Lead Educator — Founding Team at a Brand-New Centre

Journey Early Learning; Darwin; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discounts

Educator retention payments (weekly)

Paid birthday leave

Journey Academy & Professional PD

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts on retail & lifestyle

Supportive leadership

Career development opportunities

High-quality learning environments

Job summary

Journey Early Learning is opening a brand-new 98-place centre in Parap and is seeking experienced Diploma-qualified Lead Educators to join the founding team. You will lead a room, mentor a team, and shape the centre culture from day one.

With opportunities across all rooms and age groups, you’ll build meaningful connections with children and families, implement EYLF-aligned play-based learning, and collaborate with the leadership team to create high-quality learning environments.

Qualifications

• Diploma qualification required (ACECQA recognised).
• Experience as Lead Educator is essential.
• Knowledge of EYLF and play-based learning desired.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Lead team mentoring

EYLF knowledge

Strong communication

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Journey Early Learning is opening a brand-new 98-place centre in Parap and is seeking experienced Diploma-qualified Lead Educators to join the founding team. You will lead a room, mentor a team, and shape the centre culture from day one.

With opportunities across all rooms and age groups, you’ll build meaningful connections with children and families, implement EYLF-aligned play-based learning, and collaborate with the leadership team to create high-quality learning environments.