Lead Educator: Inspire Team & Elevate Early Learning

Busy Bees; Western Downs Regional; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform and laundry allowances

Childcare gap-fee discounts (50%)

Paid learning & development; First Aid

Access to Busy Bees learning platform

Wellbeing support; EAP

Job summary

Busy Bees is seeking a proactive Lead Educator for its Chinchilla centre. This full-time role focuses on leading daily learning programs, supporting educators and ensuring a safe, engaging environment where children thrive. The role requires strong EYLF understanding, NQF compliance, and community engagement.

Join Busy Bees at Chinchilla and contribute to high-quality early learning with excellent training and growth opportunities within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in a Lead Educator role.
• Diploma in ECEC or ACECQA-equivalent.
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certifications.
• Working with Children Check for QLD.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and implementation of a high-quality educational program aligned with EYLF.
• 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.
• Support children’s development through play-based experiences.

Skills

Lead Educator experience

Mentoring Educators

EYLF knowledge

NQS knowledge

Child safety commitment

Community relationships

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Busy Bees is seeking a proactive Lead Educator for its Chinchilla centre. This full-time role focuses on leading daily learning programs, supporting educators and ensuring a safe, engaging environment where children thrive. The role requires strong EYLF understanding, NQF compliance, and community engagement.

Join Busy Bees at Chinchilla and contribute to high-quality early learning with excellent training and growth opportunities within a supportive team.