Lead Educator, Diploma Qualified

Bay Explorers Early Learning; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-award pay

Retention grant

Childcare discount

Professional development

Wellbeing initiatives

Induction and support

Job summary

Bay Explorers Early Learning invites Diploma-qualified educators to join a supportive, professional team focused on high-quality early childhood education. You’ll collaborate with families to foster a calm, engaging learning environment where children thrive through play, inquiry and connection.

The role offers above‑award pay plus a 15% retention grant, substantial childcare discounts, paid professional development and robust induction.

Qualifications

• Diploma or higher in Early Childhood Education and Care recognized by ACECQA.
• At least two years of ECEC experience and knowledge of EYLF/NQS.
• Strong communication with children, families and colleagues.

Skills

Two years ECEC experience

EYLF and NQS knowledge

Great communication with families

Education

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Are you a Diploma-qualified Educator who loves working directly with children and wants to be recognised for the experience, knowledge and professionalism you bring?

Join our dynamic team as an experienced Early Childhood Educator and make a meaningful impact every day. You'll collaborate with our professional team and partner with families to create a calm, engaging environment where children thrive through play, inquiry and connection. If you're career-minded and want to deepen your practice, you'll be supported to strengthen your craft, share your experience and contribute meaningfully to service-wide quality improvement.

Above-Award pay + 15% Retention Grant | Up to 80% childcare discount | Paid professional development | Genuine out of ratio induction | Supportive and Present Management Team

Come to work knowing your experience matters. Join an energised, professional team where ideas are welcomed, individuality is encouraged and great Educators are genuinely valued. With above-Award conditions, strong professional development and leadership that invests in our team, Bay Explorers is the place to build a career you can be proud of.

We invest in reflective practice and professional learning, and we celebrate individuality and authenticity—inviting you to share your interests with our children, families and team.

At our spacious, fresh Service, every day brings meaningful projects and plenty of moments of joy and connection. Our environments are beautifully resourced, and our leadership team actively protects wellbeing—so you can focus on what matters most: children. Families value our professionalism, kindness and clear communication, and we’re proud of the warm, down‑to‑earth culture that comes with working at Bay Explorers.

What Bay Explorers can offer you:

• ABOVE-AWARD wages and conditions PLUS the 15% Educator Retention Grant!
• Thrive in a warm, and welcoming environment
• Feel confident as your uniform needs are fully taken care of
• Up to 80% off your own childcare fees
• Fresh and delicious meals prepared by our fabulous Chefs
• Advance your career with extensive fully-funded professional development opportunities, resources, and innovative technology
• Start well: Your first few days are out of ratio, giving you genuine time to learn our service, systems, people and approach before settling into your role
• Generous, light-filled spaces for all Educators and children, both indoors and outdoors
• Be part of our community-focused Giving Program
• Prioritised health and wellbeing with free annual flu shots onsite
• Ask about unique additional benefits that grow over time, recognising loyalty

What you'll bring

• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, or Graduate Diploma/Bachelor qualification recognised by ACECQA
• At least two years' ECEC experience and a confident working knowledge of the EYLF and NQS
• A genuine interest in contemporary early childhood practice and reflective learning
• Warm, confident communication with children, families and colleagues
• The ability to collaborate while also bringing your own ideas, initiative and professional judgement
• Current Blue Card, and required First Aid, Asthma, Anaphylaxis and Child Safety Geccko qualifications
• Meet your future colleagues at www.bayexplorers.com.au and get a behind-the-scenes glimpse into why our families love us through our socials - www.facebook.com/BayExplorersEL

We’d love to meet you! Send your resume and cover letter to ••••@bayexplorers.com.au and tell us why you’d be a wonderful addition to the Bay Explorers' team.

Education, Training & Professional Development 51-100 employees

Deception Bay and Hervey Bay's Trusted Kindergarten & Childcare Services

We are family-owned with a vision to deliver consistently high quality ECEC, in a home-like environment. Children love coming to our services as we respect their dignity, embrace their uniqueness and provide a solid platform for them to thoroughly enjoy the time they spend in our care.

We are dedicated to collaborative partnerships with our families to ensure all children have the best possible chance to grow, create, discover, play and learn in their own individual ways.

We promote wellbeing for every Educator and celebrate our team all year long.

Deception Bay and Hervey Bay's Trusted Kindergarten & Childcare Services

We are family-owned with a vision to deliver consistently high quality ECEC, in a home-like environment. Children love coming to our services as we respect their dignity, embrace their uniqueness and provide a solid platform for them to thoroughly enjoy the time they spend in our care.

We are dedicated to collaborative partnerships with our families to ensure all children have the best possible chance to grow, create, discover, play and learn in their own individual ways.

We promote wellbeing for every Educator and celebrate our team all year long.