Lead Educator | Permanent Opportunity

Anzuk; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-award pay

Flexible working arrangements

3–4 days per week preferred, up to 5

Immediate start available

Supportive leadership team

Job summary

ANZUK Education is partnering with a family-owned early learning service in Cheltenham, Melbourne, to recruit a passionate Lead Educator / Room Leader. You will work with children aged 12 months to 3 years, delivering engaging learning experiences, supporting development and contributing to a nurturing environment.

The role suits an experienced Lead Educator or aspiring leader who can collaborate across two rooms.

Qualifications

• Hold a relevant Early Childhood qualification.
• Experience as Lead Educator or Room Leader or readiness to step into leadership.
• Strong understanding of EYLF and National Quality Framework.
• Confident with programming, planning and documentation.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Adaptable, proactive and willing to support wherever needed.

Responsibilities

• Leading and implementing engaging educational programs.
• Supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing.
• Building strong relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Mentoring and supporting fellow educators.
• Contributing to a positive team culture.
• Working collaboratively across rooms when required.
• Maintaining high standards of care, education and documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Program planning

Documentation

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Early Childhood qualification

Job description

anzuk Education is proud to be partnering with a family-owned early learning service in Cheltenham to recruit a passionate and dedicated Lead Educator / Room Leader.

This boutique centre offers a warm, community-focused environment where children, families, and educators are genuinely valued. As a smaller service, the team works closely together, creating a supportive culture where everyone contributes and has the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

The Role Working with children aged 12 months to 3 years, you will be responsible for delivering engaging learning experiences, supporting children's development, and contributing to a positive and nurturing environment.

This role would suit an experienced Lead Educator or Room Leader, or a strong Educator ready to take the next step into leadership. Flexibility is important, as educators work collaboratively across two rooms to support the needs of the children and the wider team.

Lead Educator / Room Leader | Cheltenham

Key Responsibilities

• Leading and implementing engaging educational programs
• Supporting children's learning, development, and wellbeing
• Building strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Mentoring and supporting fellow educators
• Contributing to a positive team culture
• Working collaboratively across rooms when required
• Maintaining high standards of care, education, and documentation

About You

• Hold a relevant Early Childhood qualification
• Have experience as a Lead Educator / Room Leader, or be ready to step into a leadership role
• Have a strong understanding of the EYLF and National Quality Framework
• Be confident with programming, planning, and documentation
• Demonstrate excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Be adaptable, proactive, and willing to support wherever needed

What's on Offer?

• Above-award pay
• Flexible working arrangements
• 3–4 days per week preferred, with up to 5 days available for the right candidate
• Supportive leadership team and family-owned culture
• Opportunity to play a key role within a growing and evolving service
• Immediate start available

ANZUK Education is a child-safe organisationcommitted to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. All applicants must complete child safety screening before starting, and all staff must follow our child-safe practices and those of our partner schools and early childhood services.We support educators in finding rewarding careers across early childhood, primary, secondary, and special education settings - within government, faith-based, and independent schools - both in Australia and overseas.As a diverse and inclusive employer, we welcome applicants of all ages, genders, abilities, cultural backgrounds, and beliefs, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.