Lead Educators and Educators I Brand New Centre Opening Soon

Work Initiatives; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Birthday Leave

90% off childcare fees

Paid Professional Development

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Expeditions Early Learning Journey is opening a brand-new Raceview service in Queensland and seeks Lead Educators and Educators to join the team. You will work with a supportive Centre Director to provide high-quality care and development in a safe, engaging environment.

We value play-based learning, curiosity and inclusive practices, and offer a collaborative workplace with a focus on staff growth, safety and family partnerships.

Qualifications

• Qualified Cert 3 and Diploma in Early Childhood are required.
• WWCC (Working with Children Check) is mandatory.
• Police clearance and Child Protection training are expected.
• Current First Aid, Anaphylaxis, Asthma and CPR qualifications required.
• Experience implementing EYLF and delivering engaging learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality childcare, supervision and support to children and families.
• Ensure the centre complies with state legislation and NQF standards.
• Deliver a program aligned with EYLF and children's interests.
• Maintain strong relationships with staff, parents and the community.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

Cert III in Early Childhood

Diploma in Early Childhood Education

Tools

EYLF familiarity

First Aid & CPR

Job description

Lead Educators and Educators I Brand New Centre Opening Soon

At Expeditions Early Learning Journey, we believe every child’s first life expedition should be filled with wonder, warmth, and opportunities to grow. Our approach is grounded in play‑based learning, curiosity, empowerment, and the understanding that every child’s path is unique. We are committed to creating a safe, supportive environment where children feel free to explore, discover, and thrive.

Expeditions Early Learning Journey is a small family-owned and operated company. We have multiple services across QLD and are looking for our next shining stars to join our incredible journey.

We are opening Raceview 2 which is a brand‑new early learning service in the Raceview area and we’re searching for passionate and experienced Lead Educators and Educators to join the team.

At Expeditions, you will work alongside a fantastic Centre Director who has created a collaborative, supportive and fun working environment for their team of Educators. Expeditions has built a highly respectable reputation within our community for being open, honest, supportive and present for our team. We are looking for the right candidates to help create a consistent and stable environment for the children, families and community.

We want our team to feel supported and valued, and to do this, we need you! We are willing to talk, discuss, and maybe offer you a role with us here at Expeditions. You would be a part of a strong team, learn, grow, and have that balance, too.

The positions encompasses the following:

• Providing quality childcare, supervision and support to the children, families and other staff members at our service
• Ensuring the centre is compliant with all state legislation and NQF standards
• Delivering a program compliant with the learning frameworks and based around the children's interests
• Delivering consistent high-quality care and presentation to all work practices
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with centre staff, parents, children and the wider community

About Our Centre

Mission (what we do everyday)

To ensure that every child in our care feels safe, happy, secure, supported and valued in a vibrant environment that allows each child to learn through enquiry, discovery, imaginative play and guided social interactions.
We also strive to create a supportive and respectful environment for all of our families and Educators to ensure a positive environment is created with a family orientated feeling.

Vision (where we are going)

We strive to create extraordinary children through holistic growth encompassing innovative learning, nutrition and mindfulness.

Values (the non-negotiable)

We value fun, empathy, understanding, integrity and accountability. We also value respectful relationships to ensure we are creating an environment that is accepting of the diverse world around us and the different cultures we experience each day.

A culture where the leadership is "do as I do, not do as I say". We are very passionate about creating a childcare centre where parents know and sense their children are in safe, loving hands. Parents should feel comfortable that their children's learning is value based and the children come home smiling, confident and looking forward to returning to the centre. We also value that everyone involved in the centre loves to be there and look forward to another day.

To be successful in your application, you must have the following:

• Qualified Cert 3 and Diploma or working towards
• Current Working with Children Check
• Police Criminal Check
• Child Protection Training
• Current First Aid, Anaphylaxis, Asthma and CPR qualifications
• Experience implementing the various learning frameworks (specifically the EYLF)
• Ability to provide a rich and stimulating environment to all children
• Professional attitude
• Effective and competent communicator
• Empathy, motivation, inspiration and a genuine love for the educationof children
• Ability to work with a supportive network, i.e. Director, Assistant Director, Educational Leader and external management company
• A high attention to detail, ability to provide an organised room environment and ability to work within a fast-paced environment

What we offer:

• Paid Birthday Leave each year
• 90% off childcare fees
• Paid Professional Development
• Employee Assistance Program
• and many more