Lead Educator: Build Your Team in a New Centre

Journey Early Learning Group; Darwin; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educator Worker Retention Payments (EW

Birthday leave

Journey Academy

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts

Career development

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Journey Early Learning Group is opening a brand-new 98-place centre in Parap, and we’re seeking experienced Diploma-qualified Lead Educators to join our team. You’ll lead and mentor a team, shape learning environments from day one and build strong connections with children and families.

With opportunities across all rooms and ages, you’ll drive play-based learning aligned with EYLF, establish routines, and collaborate with the Centre Leadership Team to create a safe, engaging, high-quality

Qualifications

• Diploma qualification and previous Lead Educator experience are essential.
• ACECQA-recognised Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care is required.
• Strong understanding of EYLF and play-based learning is expected.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and support a team of educators
• Create engaging, play-based learning experiences aligned with the EYLF
• Help establish your room’s routines, environments and team culture
• Build strong relationships with children and families
• Support children’s learning, development and wellbeing
• Guide observations, planning and Storypark documentation
• Work closely with the Centre Leadership Team
• Maintain a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Relationship-building

Education

ACECQA-recognised Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Journey Early Learning Group is opening a brand-new 98-place centre in Parap, and we’re seeking experienced Diploma-qualified Lead Educators to join our team. You’ll lead and mentor a team, shape learning environments from day one and build strong connections with children and families.

With opportunities across all rooms and ages, you’ll drive play-based learning aligned with EYLF, establish routines, and collaborate with the Centre Leadership Team to create a safe, engaging, high-quality