Lead Educator: Mentor, Innovate & Grow Nursery

Edge Early Learning; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday Leave

Childcare Gap Fee Discounts

Referral Bonuses

Professional development

Wellbeing support

Recognition programs

Job summary

Edge Early Learning in Adelaide is seeking a Lead Educator to mentor and support your team, delivering engaging learning experiences and working with a Centre Director and Educational Leader. You’ll lead our Nursery.

You will lead, coach and mentor educators, deliver EYLF-aligned programmes, build strong relationships with children and families, and foster a safe, inclusive learning environment while driving continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Diploma or recognised equivalent for Children’s Services Employee Level 4+
• Graduate Diploma or Master of Teaching with required long day care experience
• Experience leading in a long day care setting
• Strong understanding of the NQF and EYLF

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor educators.
• Deliver engaging educational programs aligned to the EYLF.
• Build strong relationships with children and families.
• Create safe, inclusive learning environments.
• Support continuous improvement and quality outcomes.

Skills

Mentoring

Leadership

Team coaching

EYLF knowledge

NQF knowledge

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Graduate Diploma/Masters of Teaching

Job description

Edge Early Learning in Adelaide is seeking a Lead Educator to mentor and support your team, delivering engaging learning experiences and working with a Centre Director and Educational Leader. You’ll lead our Nursery.

You will lead, coach and mentor educators, deliver EYLF-aligned programmes, build strong relationships with children and families, and foster a safe, inclusive learning environment while driving continuous improvement.