Lead Educator - West Lakes

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

Benefits offered by this job

Breakfast and Barista-made Coffee

Childcare Discount

Weekly pay

Educator Retention Grant

Wellbeing weeks and flu shots

Supplier discounts

Wellness program

Learning library access

Internal development programs

Job summary

Green Leaves Early Learning is seeking a Lead Educator to guide and mentor a team of Educators within our National Learning, Research and Development (NLRDP) program. You will champion collaborative planning, documentation, and reflective practice to ignite creativity and child-centered learning.

You will access ongoing development opportunities, wellness initiatives, and a supportive culture dedicated to reconciliation and inclusion. Rotating shifts and a strong team network underpin this role.

Qualifications

• Diploma required and recognised by ACECQA.
• Working with Children’s Check in SA or willing to obtain.
• Child protection training or willingness to obtain.
• HLTAID012 First Aid Certificate and CPR or willing to obtain.
• National Child Safety Training or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Guide and mentor a team of Educators.
• Contribute to the National Learning, Research and Development program (NLRDP).
• Promote inclusive practices and wellbeing for children.
• Collaborate with the Educational Leader for ongoing professional development.

Education

ACECQA-approved Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

SA Working with Children’s Check

SA Child Protection Training

HLTAID012 First Aid Certificate & CPR

National Child Safety Training

Job description

Transform learning into an exciting journey while you guide and mentor a team of Educators to greatness!

At Green Leaves Early Learning, our unique National Learning, Research, and Development (NLRDP) program is our commitment to supporting our team members personally and professionally. As a Lead Educator, you will be provided with learning and development opportunities, including:

• Access to the NLRDP Perspective Partners in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge, Cultural Pedagogy, Nutrition, Wellbeing, Inclusion, Sustainability, The Arts, and Documentation
• Access to unlimited information and resources via our new NLRDP Communication and Resource platform on 'PADLET'
• Access to The Creative Collection Arts and Materials with Children training program (delivered by Kelly Goodsir and Kirsty Liljegren)
• Access to the 'Learning Leaves' Documentation training delivered by our Pedagogy Partner
• On-call and online access to our Inclusion Mentoring Team, led by Robyn Papworth
• The opportunity to apply for and participate in our exclusive New Zealand Study Tour
• Access to our Green Leaves Learning Tree Scholarship fund, which allows you to attend professional learning and networking across Australia.

With your strong focus on the 'Image of the Child', collaboration is key to creating a setting that ignites creativity and curiosity amongst the children, reflective of your well-resourced, well-planned environment.

In return, we offer a culture that recognises and rewards your contribution through our Green Leaves Work Perks:

• A supportive and progressive culture that appreciates doing things a little bit differently
• Childcare Discount- 60% off the gap fee
• Weekly pays + The Educator Retention Grant Wage Boost
• A strong support network, including daily guidance from the Centre's Educational Leader
• The opportunity to grow your career with ongoing development and support from a range of internal programs
• Exclusive access to our supplier discount program
• From our Annual Wellness Week to complimentary flu shots, we support your wellbeing year-round
• Start your day right with Breakfast and Barista-made Coffee on us!
• Access to our online Green Leaves library
• Our Acknowledge platform, celebrating team achievements through shared eCards of support

About You:

• An ACECQA-approved Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
• A current SA Working with Children's Check (or willing to obtain)
• Current SA Child Protection Training (or willing to obtain)
• Current HLTAID012 First Aid Certificate and CPR (or willing to obtain)
• National Child Safety Training (or willing to obtain)
• Must be available to work rotating shifts that may start as early as 6:30 am and finish as late as 6:30 pm, 4 - 5 days a week, Monday to Friday

Make Your Move!

If you are an extraordinary Lead Educator who is excited by the endless opportunities to grow professionally at Green Leaves, make your move!

At Green Leaves Early Learning, we prioritise the safety, well-being, and inclusion of all children, including those with disabilities. We encourage applicants to share their experiences working with children with disabilities and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. We are committed to Reconciliation and fostering an environment where all First Nations Australians feel a strong sense of connection and belonging. We welcome your experiences with Aboriginal children and communities.

Green Leaves Early Learning is committed to all aspects of child safety; including child protection, mandatory reporting and adopting the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations.