Lead Educator I Busy Bees at Moonee Valley

Busy Bees; City of Moonee Valley; Hybrid; AUD 50,000 - 57,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform and laundry allowances

50% childcare gap-fee discounts for永久員

Paid learning & development

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Busy Bees at Moonee Valley is seeking a Lead Educator to join our team on a part-time basis. You will lead the daily learning program in your room, mentor educators, and foster a safe, engaging environment for children.

The role emphasizes child safety, EYLF alignment, and community engagement, with strong support for professional development. The successful candidate will hold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA-approved equivalent), current First Aid/ CPR/ Asthma and

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or ACECQA-approved equivalent.
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certifications.
• Current Working with Children Check for VIC.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and implementation of a high-quality educational program aligned with the EYLF and NQS.
• Inspire and mentor Educators within your room.
• Create a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment.
• Build strong relationships with families and the local community.
• Ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework (NQF) and centre policies.

Skills

Room leadership experience

EYLF & NQS knowledge

Collaborative leadership style

Strong communication

WWCC-WWVP clearance

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA-approved)

Job description

Lead Educator I Busy Bees at Moonee ValleyThis web site requires the use of cookies in order to function. We do not use cookies for any other purpose than to maintain necessary information about your current interaction with the site.### Lead Educator I Busy Bees at Moonee ValleyApply: Busy Bees at Moonee Valley: Part time: Posted Today: End Date: December 9, 2026 (29 days left to apply): JR113092**Lead Educator (Part Time) | $36.14 – $41.11 per hour | Moonee Valley, VIC** Busy Bees is a leading global early learning provider, offering high-quality education in nurturing, purpose-built centres where educators are supported to grow, lead and make a real difference in children’s lives, with over 130 centres across Australia and around 3,000 employees.Our Bee Safe Commitment: Child safety is at the heart of everything we do and is embedded in our people, places and processes. Help us give every child the Best Start in Life. We’re seeking a **passionate and experienced Lead Educator** to join our team at **Busy Bees at Moonee Valley**, on a **full-time basis**. You will play a key role leading the daily learning program within your room, supporting educators, and creating a safe and engaging learning environment where children thrive. **What you’ll do*** Lead the planning and implementation of a high-quality educational program aligned with the EYLF* Inspire and mentor Educators within your room* Create a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment* Build strong, collaborative relationships with families and the local community* Ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework (NQF) and centre policies* Support children’s development, wellbeing, and learning outcomes through engaging play-based experiences **What you’ll bring*** A genuine commitment to child safety, speaking up, always doing the right thing, and alignment with Busy Bees values* Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA-approved equivalent)* Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certification* Current **- Working with Children Check** for **VIC*** Demonstrated experience leading a room within an early learning environment* Strong knowledge of the EYLF and National Quality Standards (NQS)* A collaborative and supportive leadership style* Willing to complete a short AI-based assessment as part of the application process. Completion is essential to progress to the next stage of recruitment. **Why Busy Bees?**Because we offer the B.E.E.S. advantage: Better pay. Everyday balance. Education for growth. Support you can rely on. We live by our values of Care, Quality, Service, and Value to make a real impact on child safety and quality.* Uniform and laundry allowances included, so your take-home pay stays yours.* Family-friendly benefits; 50% childcare gap-fee discounts for permanent staff, because your family should benefit too.* Paid learning & development; First Aid, CPR & mandatory training covered, ongoing professional development, and access to our Busy Bees learning platform and ACCCO RTO pathways.* Supportive leaders & inclusive teams; hands-on leadership, strong tenure and a culture built on trust, respect and collaboration.* Career pathways that grow with you; opportunities & training to progress from Educator to leadership, management and area roles.* Wellbeing support that goes beyond work; free, confidential EAP access for you and your immediate family, when you need it most. Employment is conditional on satisfactory, rigorous pre-employment checks (including **WWCC-WWVP**, ID, Qualifications, Gecko Training, Work Rights, NQAITS register/Prohibited Persons & References) and child safety training, reflecting our strong commitment to safeguarding, equity, diversity and inclusion. We are proud to be a child safe organisation, putting child safety at the heart of everything we do through our Bee Safe commitment. **Apply now** to join **Busy Bees at Moonee Valley** and take the next step in your leadership journey within a supportive and high-quality early learning environment.