Lead Educator

Affinity Education Group; Hornsby; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Training courses funded

Degree scholarships

Internal promotions

Career progression

Gym discount

Wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Affinity Education Group is seeking a dedicated Lead Educator for a full-time position in New South Wales, Hornsby area. Shift pattern from 6:30am to 6:30pm supports flexible coverage for early childhood programs, with a focus on mentoring team members and delivering high-quality learning experiences for children aged birth to five.

You will hold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or ACECQA approved equivalent Bachelor’s degree, have a current Working with Children Check, a valid

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or ACECQA approved equivalent Bachelor’s degree.
• Working with Children Check (WWCC) current or willing to obtain.
• First aid certificate with asthma and anaphylaxis training or willing to obtain.
• Strong commitment to fostering growth and development of young minds.

Skills

Leadership in ECE

Curriculum planning

Child safety awareness

Education

Diploma in ECEC

ACECQA approved Bachelor

Job description

We are looking for dedicated Lead Educators, offering a Full-Time position with sifts from 6:30am to 6:30 pm.

Affinity is a Child Safe Organisation, and child safety is our highest priority. We are committed to creating environments where children feel safe, supported, and valued.

Affinity Advantages

• Enjoy a 50% discount on childcare fees starting from day one.
• Access fully funded Diploma and Certificate III courses in Early Childhood Education and Care through our Affinity Learning Academy.
• Apply for scholarships for Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees in Early Childhood Education.
• Take advantage of extensive training and development opportunities, with 50% of promotions coming from within.
• Advance your career towards a role in senior educational roles or operational management.
• Receive a 30% discount on a 12-month membership with Goodlife or Fitness First.
• Benefit from wellbeing initiatives with partners like TELUS Health, Bupa insurance benefit, and discounts at over 100 retailers.

About you:

• Hold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or ACECQA approved equivalent Bachelor’s degree
• A current Working with Children’s Check or willing to obtain
• Current first aid certificate (including asthma and anaphylactic training) or willing to obtain
• A strong commitment to fostering the growth and development of young minds

Why work for Affinity?

Join our values-driven organisation, where incredible people make a genuine difference. Our mission is to inspire and nurture individuals to reach their full potential. It isn’t just about what we do for children, it’s about what we do for our team, too. Affinity allows our people to shine – so we can deliver the best in early education!

Our educators and teachers are trained and accredited in the Lifelong Learning Curriculum which is Australia’s most advanced approach to early education for children from birth to age five. It is based on the belief that learning and development occurs most successfully when supported by nurturing and engaged educators, in partnership with families and communities. This curriculum draws on the best models of early education, contemporary research and evidence informed practices such as Circle of Security, Abecedarian, and Project Based learning.

Our Safety Commitment

At Affinity, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual is treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to upholding the safety, rights and wellbeing of all children and promote a culture of child safety with a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm. Our Safety Commitment also prioritises the safety, rights, and wellbeing of our employees and their families.

We are a 2024 Circle back Initiative Employer. We are committed to responding to every applicant.