Lead Educator: Flexible, Play-Based Early Learning Leader

Work Initiatives; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Discounted childcare

Online learning and development

Above-award pay

Support Office team

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Bambini Childcare Group is seeking an experienced Lead Educator to guide a room, mentor a team and help every child thrive at our Balwyn centre in Melbourne. You will own the room's program, build relationships with children and families, and support co-educators daily.

Key responsibilities include delivering a play-based EYLF-aligned program, mentoring staff, maintaining NQS standards, and contributing to continuous centre improvement. Australian work rights are required.

Qualifications

• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (ACECQA-approved) is the minimum qualification.
• Demonstrated experience as Lead/Room Leader in a long day care setting.
• Strong knowledge of EYLF and NQS and related regulations.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Current First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma training.
• Current Police Check.
• National Child Safety Training - Foundation & Advanced Modules.
• Australian work rights are required.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver an engaging, play-based program aligned with EYLF.
• Observe, document and assess children's learning to inform planning and share progress with families.
• Lead, mentor and support your room team, modelling best practice daily.
• Build warm, respectful partnerships with families and communicate openly about development.
• Ensure the room meets NQS requirements and maintains a safe, healthy environment.
• Contribute to the centre's continuous improvement and positive team culture.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring staff

Education

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (ACECQA-approved)

Job description

Bambini Childcare Group is seeking an experienced Lead Educator to guide a room, mentor a team and help every child thrive at our Balwyn centre in Melbourne. You will own the room's program, build relationships with children and families, and support co-educators daily.

Key responsibilities include delivering a play-based EYLF-aligned program, mentoring staff, maintaining NQS standards, and contributing to continuous centre improvement. Australian work rights are required.