Lead Educator

Affinity Education Group; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Certificate qualifications funded

Degree scholarships

Internal promotions

Career progression

Fitness membership discount

Wellbeing discounts

Job summary

Papilio Early Learning Reedy Creek on the Gold Coast is seeking a passionate Lead Educator to join our nurturing team. You will lead practice, mentor peers, and contribute to delivering high-quality learning experiences for children aged 0-5 in a caring environment.

As part of Affinity Education Group, you will access ongoing professional development, supported career pathways toward leadership roles, and generous staff benefits from day one.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, or ACECQA-equivalent qualification.
• A current Working with Children Check, or willingness to obtain one.
• Current First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certifications, or willingness to obtain them.
• Genuine passion for early childhood education and a commitment to supporting children's learning and development.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to mentor and inspire fellow educators.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Child development

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Affinity Education Group – Reedy Creek QLD

Join our team at Papilio Early Learning Reedy Creek!

We are looking for a passionate Lead Educator to join our dedicated team!

At Affinity Education Group, we are proud to be a Child Safe Organisation, where protecting and nurturing children is our highest priority. We are committed to creating environments where every child feels safe, supported, and valued.

Affinity Education Advantages

• Enjoy a 50% discount on childcare fees from your first day.
• Access fully funded Certificate III and Diploma qualifications through our Affinity Learning Academy.
• Apply for scholarships towards Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Early Childhood Education.
• Benefit from extensive professional development opportunities, with 50% of centre leadership promotions filled internally.
• Build your career pathway towards Educational Leadership, Centre Management, or operational roles.
• Receive a 30% discount on a 12-month Goodlife or Fitness First membership.
• Access wellbeing support through TELUS Health, Bupa insurance benefits, and discounts at over 100 retailers.

About the Centre

Tucked away in a peaceful pocket of Reedy Creek and backing onto a stunning nature reserve, Papilio Early Learning Reedy Creek provides a nurturing and inspiring environment where children aged 0-5 can learn, grow and thrive.

Conveniently located on Wyllie Way, just minutes from the M1 and close to Hillcrest Christian College, our centre proudly supports families from Reedy Creek, Varsity Lakes, Burleigh Waters and the wider southern Gold Coast community.

Our team is passionate about creating meaningful learning experiences that spark curiosity, encourage exploration, and build strong relationships with children and families. Surrounded by natural beauty and supported by a warm, collaborative culture, Papilio Reedy Creek is a place where educators can truly make a difference every day.

About You

You will have:

• A Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, or an ACECQA-approved equivalent qualification.
• A current Working with Children Check, or willingness to obtain one.
• Current First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certifications, or willingness to obtain them.
• A genuine passion for early childhood education and a commitment to supporting children's learning and development.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to mentor and inspire fellow educators.

Why Work for Affinity?

Join our values-driven organisation where incredible people make a genuine difference every day. Our mission is to inspire and nurture individuals to reach their full potential. It is not just about what we do for children, but what we do for our team too.

At Affinity Education, we empower our people to shine, grow their careers, and deliver exceptional early education experiences.

Our Curriculum

Our educators and teachers are trained and accredited in the Lifelong Learning Curriculum, Australia's most advanced approach to early childhood education. Designed for children from birth to five years, the curriculum combines contemporary research and evidence-informed practices including Circle of Security, Abecedarian, and Project-Based Learning to support every child's growth and development.

Our Safety Commitment

At Affinity, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual is treated with respect and dignity. We uphold the safety, rights and wellbeing of all children and maintain a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm.

We are equally committed to supporting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of our employees and their families.

We are committed to responding to every applicant.