Preschool Lead Teacher – South Canberra/NSW

Anzuk; South Canberra; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2 weeks additional annual leave

Job summary

ANZUK Education is seeking an experienced Preschool Lead Teacher for a new Early Learning Centre in NSW. You will lead the Preschool room with a safe, nurturing environment and deliver a play-based curriculum that sparks curiosity and joy.

You will mentor a team of educators, build strong relationships with families and the local community, ensure compliance with EYLF and NQS, and stay aligned with regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education or ACECQA-equivalent
• NSW NESA Teaching Accreditation
• WWCC (NSW)
• 2+ years experience in a Room Leader role in Australian ECE
• EYLF and NQS knowledge

Responsibilities

• Lead the Preschool room with a safe, nurturing space for children to thrive
• Develop and deliver a play-based curriculum that sparks curiosity and joy
• Foster strong, positive relationships with children, families and the local community
• Mentor and support the team of educators in their professional growth
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and centre policies

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's in ECE

Job description

Teaching casually gives you the flexibility to choose when you work

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Are you an experienced Preschool Lead Teacher looking for a new and exciting opportunity?

ANZUK are proud to be supporting this stunning new Early Learning Centre where family and community come first and they are all about creating a joyful and nurturing environment for their little ones.

With highly supportive owners and their talented director, the centre is truly committed to providing 5-star care.

What’s on Offer:

• Be part of the foundational team of a new, high quality service
• A fun, respectful, and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• 2 weeks additional annual leave!

What You’ll Do:

Lead with Love:Be the heart and soul of the Preschool room, creating a safe, fun, and stimulating space for children to thrive.
Play and Learn:Develop and deliver an exciting, play-based curriculum that sparks curiosity and joy.
Build Bonds:Foster strong, positive relationships with children, families, and the local community.
Inspire and Grow:Mentor and support your team of educators, encouraging their professional growth and development.
Stay Sharp:Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and centre policies.

What we need from you:

• Bachelors in Early Childhood Education or ACECQA-assessed equivalent.
• NSW NESA Teaching Accreditation
• WWCC (NSW)
• Proven 2+ years experience in a Room leader role within an Australian early childhood setting.
• A deep understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS).
• Fantastic communication and interpersonal skills.
• A passion for early childhood education and a commitment to continuous improvement.

ANZUK Education is a child-safeorganisationcommitted 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.