Lead Educator'S And Educator'S

Smart Tots Capalaba; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership mentoring

Ongoing professional development

Paid First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphyl轴

Job summary

Smart Tots Capalaba, part of Start Smart Early Education, is seeking Lead Educators and Educators to join our Capalaba team. We value stories, play, curiosity and strong relationships with children and families. Diploma or Certificate III qualification is preferred, with opportunities to lead a room for Lead Educators.

A supportive team culture and ongoing professional development are provided. We prioritise reflective practice, collaboration and ongoing growth, with a focus on high-quality

Qualifications

• Hold a Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care.
• Be experienced in early childhood education and care.

Responsibilities

• Build genuine, trusting relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Create warm, welcoming environments where every child feels safe and valued.
• Support children to explore, wonder, investigate and learn through meaningful play.
• Plan and contribute to learning experiences that respond to children’s interests and emerging theories.
• Advocate for children’s voices as active participants in their learning.
• Work with your team to reflect on practice and strengthen experiences provided.
• Contribute to high-quality educational practice aligned with the EYLF and NQS.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Reflective practice

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Lead Educators & Educators | Smart Tots Capalaba

Inspire Learning. Build Relationships. Honour Childhood.

Looking for a role where you can genuinely make a difference?

At Smart Tots Capalaba, part of the Start Smart Early Education family, we believe the best early learning happens through strong relationships, meaningful play, curiosity and a genuine respect for childhood.

We're looking for passionate Lead Educators and Educators to join our Capalaba team.

Whether you're an experienced Diploma-qualified educator ready to lead a room, or a Certificate III educator looking for a supportive team where you can continue to learn and grow, we'd love to hear from you.

We're looking for people who see children as capable, competent and full of potential. Educators who want to be present with children, contribute their ideas and be part of a team that learns and grows together.

About the Roles

Depending on your experience and qualifications, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Build genuine, trusting relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Create warm, welcoming environments where every child feels safe, valued and that they belong.
• Support children to explore, wonder, investigate and learn through meaningful play.
• Plan and contribute to learning experiences that respond to children’s interests, strengths, ideas and emerging theories.
• Advocate for children’s voices and recognise children as active participants in their own learning.
• Work collaboratively with your team to reflect on practice and continually strengthen the experiences we provide for children.
• Contribute to high-quality educational practice aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standard.
• Work alongside and receive support from our Educational Leader and leadership team.

For our Lead Educators

You’ll also have the opportunity to:

• Lead your room with warmth, confidence and purpose.
• Guide and support the educators within your team.
• Encourage collaboration, reflection and professional growth.
• Support consistency in curriculum, routines and educational practice.
• Create a room culture where educators feel supported to contribute ideas, ask questions and grow together.

About You

You may be a great fit for our team if you:

• Hold a Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, or an approved equivalent.
• Have experience within early childhood education and care.
• Believe relationships are at the heart of quality practice.
• See children as capable, curious and full of potential.
• Value play-based learning and meaningful interactions over simply "getting through the routine".
• Enjoy working collaboratively and contributing positively to team culture.
• Are reflective, open to feedback and interested in continuing to develop your practice.
• Bring kindness, professionalism, reliability and enthusiasm to your work.
• Hold, or are willing to obtain, a current Blue Card, First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications and required Child Protection training.

For our Lead Educator opportunities, you'll hold a Diploma qualification and ideally have experience leading a room or be ready to take that next step in your career.

We’re not looking for perfection.

We're looking for educators who care deeply about what they do, are willing to keep learning and want to be part of a team where people support one another to succeed.

What We Offer

At Start Smart, we invest in our people because we know that when educators feel supported to grow, children benefit too.

As part of the Smart Tots Capalaba team, you’ll enjoy:

• Support and mentoring from experienced leadership.
• Above-ratio Educational Leaders who provide ongoing coaching and guidance.
• Ongoing paid professional development.
• Paid First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis training.
• Discounted childcare gap fees for permanent employees.
• Access to our Rewards Gateway, with discounts across hundreds of retailers, travel, entertainment and lifestyle brands.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
• An annual Awards Night celebrating the contribution of our educators and leaders.
• Opportunities for career progression across the Start Smart Early Education group.
• A culture that encourages collaboration, reflection and continuous improvement.
• A workplace where your ideas, professional growth and wellbeing matter.

Why Smart Tots Capalaba?

Because great early childhood education isn't created by one person — it's created by a team.

A team that knows its children.

A team that supports one another.

A team that reflects, learns and isn't afraid to try something new.

And a team that understands childhood is something to be valued, protected and enjoyed.

At Smart Tots Capalaba, we want educators to feel connected to their children, their families, their team and the work they do every day.

If you’re looking for more than just your next childcare job and want to be part of a team where you can contribute, grow and make a genuine difference, we’d love to meet you.

Join the Smart Tots Capalaba team.

Bring your experience. Bring your ideas. Bring your passion for early childhood. We’ll grow together from there.