Lead Educator & Mentor — Early Learning Excellence

Paisley Park Early Learning Centres; Randwick City Council; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State-of-the-art facility

Professional growth opportunities

Discounts on childcare for employees

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Paisley Park Early Learning Centres is seeking Lead Educators and Educators for our Randwick centre. You will lead and coach teams to deliver high-quality, play-based learning aligned with EYLF and NQS, while fostering inclusive practice and strong family partnerships.

You will work in a supportive, community-focused setting with opportunities for professional growth and meaningful engagement with local schools and professionals.

Qualifications

• Qualified Educators must hold a recognised Early Childhood qualification, such as an Early Childhood University Degree or Diploma in Children’s Services, or be ‘working towards’.
• Graduate Diploma qualified applicants must have at least 3 years of experience working directly with children in an Australian Early Learning Centre.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of the educational program in line with the EYLF and NQS (Quality Area 1).
• Model best practice in pedagogy, inclusive education and play-based learning.
• Promote a culture of critical reflection and continuous improvement.
• Mentor and coach educators to strengthen professional practice and confidence.
• Provide constructive feedback and guidance to support individual and team growth.
• Lead staff discussions, reflective practice sessions and professional learning opportunities.
• Support educators in meeting compliance, documentation, and assessment requirements.
• Contribute to the Quality Improvement Plan (QIP) and support service readiness for assessment and rating.
• Stay informed of current research, legislation and sector best practice.
• Build respectful, professional relationships with families and external professionals.
• Support family engagement in children’s learning and development.
• Advocate for children’s rights, wellbeing, inclusion and voice.
• Ensure programs are responsive to children’s interests, strengths and cultural identities.
• Promote safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environments in line with the Child Safe Standards.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

English proficiency

Education

Diploma in Children’s Services

Early Childhood Degree

Graduate Diploma

Job description

Paisley Park Early Learning Centres is seeking Lead Educators and Educators for our Randwick centre. You will lead and coach teams to deliver high-quality, play-based learning aligned with EYLF and NQS, while fostering inclusive practice and strong family partnerships.

You will work in a supportive, community-focused setting with opportunities for professional growth and meaningful engagement with local schools and professionals.