Lead Educator (Early Childhood Group Leader)

Cloncurry Shire Council; Cloncurry Shire; On-site; AUD 77,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package

PD opportunities

Collaborative team culture

Five weeks annual leave

Monthly RDOs

Personal (Sick) Leave

Remote Area Housing Assistance

Job summary

Cloncurry Shire Council is seeking a motivated Lead Educator to join Curry Kids Early Learning Centre as we open a new, purpose-built centre. You will lead engaging programs, support educators and build strong relationships with families from day one.

You will guide the team, ensure safe indoor/outdoor environments, and contribute to continuous improvement while maintaining records and demonstrating warm, inclusive leadership in line with EYLF and NQF principles.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver child-centred educational programs.
• Strong knowledge of Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Framework (NQF).
• Experience guiding educators or coordinating a room’s educational program.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, delivery and evaluation of inclusive educational programs.
• Guide and support educators in your room to ensure a safe, welcoming environment.
• Maintain observations, learning records and program evaluations.
• Build partnerships with families and encourage family involvement in learning.
• Ensure continuous improvement and accurate room and developmental records.
• Provide practical direction and supervision to staff and students.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Observation

Team supervision

Communication

Family partnerships

Education

ACECQA‑approved Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

Certificate III or higher with progress toward ACECQA diploma

Job description

Lead Educator (Early Childhood Group Leader)

Cloncurry Shire Council is seeking a motivated Lead Educator to join the team at Curry Kids Early Learning Centre as we prepare to open our brand-new, purpose-built centre. This is an opportunity to help establish a welcoming learning environment, shape engaging educational programs, build meaningful relationships with families and contribute to a collaborative team from the outset.

What We Offer:

• Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream A) Award – State 2017 – $77,000–$87,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience, plus superannuation
• Professional development and training opportunities
• A supportive team culture focused on collaboration and continuous improvement
• Five weeks annual leave
• Monthly RDOs
• Personal (Sick) Leave
• Remote Area Housing Assistance ($60 per week for renters or $90 per week for homeowners)

About The Role:

Reporting to the Centre Director, you will lead the planning, delivery and evaluation of inclusive educational programs that respond to children’s individual strengths, interests and developmental needs. You will guide and support educators in your room, creating a safe, welcoming environment where children feel secure, included and encouraged to explore.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing engaging, play-based programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Framework.
• Observing, documenting and evaluating children’s learning to inform program planning.
• Providing practical direction and support to assistant educators and students.
• Building respectful partnerships with families and encouraging their involvement in children’s learning.
• Maintaining active supervision and safe, hygienic indoor and outdoor learning environments.
• Contributing to continuous improvement and maintaining accurate room and developmental records.

About You:

You bring warmth, initiative and a thoughtful approach to early childhood education. You enjoy turning children’s curiosity into meaningful learning experiences and can provide clear, practical guidance to fellow educators. You communicate openly with families, value each child’s individuality and take pride in creating an inclusive environment.

You will demonstrate:

The ability to plan and deliver child-centred educational programs.

An understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Framework.

Effective communication, teamwork and leadership skills.

The ability to maintain observations, learning records and program evaluations.

A commitment to children’s safety, wellbeing and inclusion, and to your own professional development.

Mandatory Requirements:

An ACECQA-approved Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, or an approved equivalent or higher qualification; or an approved Certificate III qualification with evidence of actively working towards an ACECQA-approved diploma and meeting the applicable ACECQA requirements.

Current first aid qualifications, including CPR and anaphylaxis management, or the ability to obtain these before commencement.

A current valid Working with Children Blue Card.

Previous experience in an early childhood education and care setting.

Experience guiding educators or coordinating a room’s educational program.

Knowledge of the ECA Code of Ethics and relevant education and care requirements.

For a more detailed job outline, please refer to the attached Position Description.

Locals are encouraged to apply!

Applications are assessedupon receiving

Cloncurry Shire Council reveres the right to commence recruitment prior to the closing date should a suitable candidate apply.