Lead Educator

Affinity Education Group; Nabiac; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exclusive bonus program

50% discount on childcare fees

Bachelor/Master Scholarships

Leadership training opportunities

Fully funded Leadership & Management

Career progression opportunities

Gym discounts

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Affinity Education Group seeks a Lead Educator for Milestones Early Learning South Tamworth in NSW. You will lead a team of educators, deliver high-quality care and learning experiences for children aged 0–5, and mentor colleagues to uphold the Lifelong Learning Curriculum and EYLF.

This full-time role sits within one of Australia’s largest childcare groups and offers strong career development opportunities, a supportive, child-safe environment, and extensive benefits including scholarships,

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or ACECQA-equivalent qualification.
• Experience as Lead Educator or senior Educator.
• Knowledge of EYLF and NQS.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Passion for high-quality early childhood education.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of educators to deliver high-quality education and care programs.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate engaging learning experiences aligned with the EYLF and NQS.
• Foster strong relationships with children, families and the local community.
• Support the Educational Leader and Centre Leadership Team in driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate documentation of children's learning and development.
• Create a safe, inclusive and stimulating environment for every child.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Team collaboration

Curriculum planning

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Join our team at Milestones Early Learning South Tamworth!

We have an exciting full-time opportunity for an experienced and passionate Lead Educator to inspire young minds, support your team, and create engaging learning experiences for children. Located in the heart of South Tamworth in the vibrant New England region of NSW, you will be joining one of Australia’s largest childcare groups, offering fantastic career development opportunities and employee benefits. Milestones Early Learning South Tamworth provides high-quality care and education for children aged 0–5 years in a nurturing, nature-connected environment. [milestones.com.au]

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

• Exclusive bonus program offering generous cash incentives.
• 50% discount on childcare fees from your first day.
• Scholarships for Bachelor or Master's degree in early childhood education.
• Extensive training and development opportunities, with 50% of our promotions from within.
• Access to Affinity Learning Academy fully funded and accredited Leadership and Management courses, to advance your career.
• Career progression opportunities to work towards Educational Leader, Assistant Centre Manager, Centre Manager, Quality Advisor, or Area Manager roles.
• 30% discount on 12-month membership with Goodlife or Fitness First.
• Benefit from wellbeing initiatives with partners like TELUS Health, Bupa insurance benefits, and discounts at over 100 retailers.

About the Centre:

• Milestones Early Learning South Tamworth offers beautifully designed indoor and outdoor learning environments, including a large playground, climbing tree, veggie and flower gardens, and a hands-on construction shed. Our dedicated educators foster children's confidence, independence, and love of learning through play-based experiences, supported by the Lifelong Learning Curriculum and a strong connection to the local community. 【1-5ec1e0】

About the Role

• Lead and mentor a team of educators to deliver high-quality education and care programs.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate engaging learning experiences aligned with the EYLF and National Quality Standards.
• Foster strong, positive relationships with children, families, and the local community.
• Support the Educational Leader and Centre Leadership Team in driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate documentation of children's learning and development.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment where every child can thrive.

About You

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or ACECQA-approved equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience as a Lead Educator or strong experience in an Educator position.
• Sound knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS).
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Strong leadership, communication, and mentoring skills.
• A passion for delivering high-quality early childhood education and care.

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 Curriculum:
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.