Lead Educator

Affinity Education Group; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a vibrant centre as a Lead Educator, inspiring young children in their early learning journey. Support and nurture a passionate team, ensuring compliance with education standards while being part of a values-led organization committed to safeguarding and promoting child development.

Benefits

50% discount on childcare fees

30% discount on gym memberships

Training and development opportunities

Access to Leadership and Management courses

Scholarships for Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees

Career progression towards management roles

Wellbeing initiatives with partners

Partner discounts with major retailers

Insurance benefits via Bupa

Qualifications

• Passion for developing young learners.
• Current Working with Children’s Check.

Responsibilities

• Support educators in implementing programs and fostering child-led discovery.
• Nurture team members and ensure compliance with EYLF and NQS standards.

Skills

Child-led discovery

Relationship building

Compliance with EYLF and NQS

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

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Career Opportunities

Lead Educator

Job no: 513399
Work type: Part Time
Location: Newcastle - Central Coast
Categories: Education & Training

Welcome to Milestones Early Learning Budgewoi! We are located on the picturesque Central Coast. We are a vibrant 46-place centre made up of 3 separate rooms: Nursery, Toddlers, and Pre-School. Each room is unique and designed to cater to all children’s needs from birth to 5 years. Our educators are dedicated, passionate, and caring, building strong, trusting relationships with families and children. We have an engaging outdoor environment, including a vegetable garden and worm farm. Each room incorporates the Lifelong Learning Approach to promote development in all areas. Milestones Budgewoi actively participates in community events like Easter Hat Parade, Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea, and Christmas parties. Our team is enthusiastic and eager to meet you! Join us today!

If you’re inspired to guide young children on their early learning journey, we want to hear from you. You will:

• Support educators in implementing programs, following the EYLF, and fostering child-led discovery.
• Nurture and develop team members to confidently contribute to children’s learning.
• Build strong rapport with families and educators.
• Ensure compliance with EYLF and NQS standards.

About you:

• Hold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, or equivalent.
• Have a current Working with Children’s Check.
• Possess a passion for developing young learners.

Why work for Affinity?

• Be part of a values-led organization with passionate people making a difference.
• Our mission is to realize the potential in everyone—children, educators, managers, and our support team.
• Our centres are growing rapidly, focusing on delivering quality early education and care through a lifelong learning approach.

Our Safety Commitment

At Affinity Education, child safety is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to safeguarding the rights and wellbeing of all children and maintain a zero-tolerance policy for child abuse and harm.

Affinity Advantages

• 50% discount on childcare fees from your first day.
• 30% discount on 12-month memberships with Goodlife or Fitness First.
• Permanent roles in one of Australia's largest childcare groups.
• Training and development opportunities, with up to 80% internal promotions.
• Access to fully funded, accredited Leadership and Management courses through the Affinity Learning Academy.
• Scholarships for Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees in Early Childhood Education.
• Career progression towards management roles such as Centre Manager, Area Manager, or Quality Advisor.
• Wellbeing initiatives with partners like TELUS Health.
• Partner discounts with over 100 retailers.
• Insurance benefits via Bupa.