Lead Educator - Moranbah

Moranbah Early Learning Centre; Moranbah; On-site; AUD 71,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Affordable housing

Induction training

Professional development

Staff discounts

Flexible shifts

Christmas leave

Job summary

Moranbah Early Learning Centre is seeking an enthusiastic Early Childhood Educator to join our not-for-profit team serving children from 6 weeks to 6 years in Moranbah. You will lead and support educators, contribute to high-quality education and care, and help implement our play-based curriculum.

We offer a starting salary of 79,423 AUD, relocation and housing options, strong professional development, 2 weeks Christmas leave, flexible work arrangements, and a supportive leadership team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months' experience as an Early Childhood Educator
• A minimum of a Diploma or working towards or ACECQA equivalent approved qualification
• Current First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Certificates
• Valid Working with Children's Check

Responsibilities

• Lead and support educators within the room to ensure high-quality education and care practices.
• Collaborate with the Educational Leader to enhance educational practices, support reflective practice, and improve curriculum planning and documentation processes.
• Provide guidance, mentoring, and role modelling to educators and students.
• Foster a positive, respectful, and collaborative team culture.
• Support the induction of new educators and assist with their integration into the service.
• Communicate operational and educational matters effectively with the Nominated Supervisor and leadership team.

Job description

Come for a career, stay for a lifestyle!

We care. We educate. We play. We teach. We hold hands. We read books. We shape lives.

Is this the role for you?

We are seeking enthusiastic and driven individuals who have an unwavering love and enthusiasm for children, their learning and care. Do you remember what it was like to be a child, exploring the world through their own eyes?

Our lead educator superstar will:

• Want to explore with the children and support them to become leaders of their own learning.
• Build relationships with families and children that inspires learning through play with endless opportunity.
• Be looking for a workplace to call home; a work culture that feels like home.

Benefits

We understand that even educators have a passion for learning and discovery just as children do and our benefits are all about you!

In return for your hard work and dedication we will reward you with the following:

• Relocation assistance is negotiable to help you get settled in town! (Conditions apply)
• Access to affordable housing (conditions Apply)
• Full support from a dedicated and experienced Leadership team
• A fully paid 2-day induction with our Centre Management and Leadership Team
• Our Educational Leader is non-contact and therefore ready to support you with on the job training and mentoring
• Additional programming and planning time so you don’t have to take work home!
• Paid staff meetings
• Unmatched paid professional learning opportunities
• 50% staff discount on childcare fees
• Flexible work arrangements e.g. 9-day Fortnight, casual, Permanent Part-time, job share.
• 2 weeks leave over Christmas/New Year (centre closes for 2 weeks each year)
• Modern centre with a full playground upgrade
• A starting Salary of $79,423 (depending on experience).

Moranbah Early Learning Centre

Task & responsibilities

• Lead and support educators within the room to ensure high-quality education and care practices.
• Collaborate with the Educational Leader to enhance educational practices, support reflective practice, and improve curriculum planning and documentation processes.
• Provide guidance, mentoring, and role modelling to educators and students.
• Foster a positive, respectful, and collaborative team culture.
• Support the induction of new educators and assist with their integration into the service.
• Communicate operational and educational matters effectively with the Nominated Supervisor and leadership team.

Qualification & experience

• Be ready for the opportunity to be part of an innovative and amazing centre that supports independent discovery for children.
• Be a natural at building positive relationships with peers, families, and children.
• Be a positive team player, with a great attitude and a joy for working with children.
• Support our much loved way for teaching and learning.
• Be relentless in your pursuit for professional growth and development.
• Have an unwavering passion for children, their learning and care.
• Minimum 12 months' experience as an Early Childhood Educator
• A minimum of a Diploma or working towards or ACECQA equivalent approved qualification.
• Current First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Certificates
• Valid Working with Children's Check

About Company

We are a not-for-profit organisation located in the mining town of Moranbah providing education and care programs to children aged 6 weeks to 6 years. We are licensed for up to 102 children per day as well as operating two Outside School Hour Care facilities.

We pay our employees above award wage and offer unmatched professional development. We are committed to supporting the team behind all the work that goes into supporting our community, children, and families through quality education and care.

Child Safety Commitment

Children’s safety, wellbeing, and voices are our highest priority. Moranbah Early Learning has zero tolerance for abuse or neglect and responds promptly to all concerns in line with legal and regulatory requirements. We are committed to a culturally safe, inclusive environment that respects and values Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Our practices actively support and strengthen cultural safety for children, families, and communities. All team members are responsible for upholding child safety and contributing to a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment.