Garden, Nature, Outdoors, Gardening, Advertisement, Adult, Female, Person, Woman, Baby

Lead Educator

  • 517391
  • OFFICER, VIC, 3809
  • Lead Educator
  • Permanent Full time

Our Opportunity

Are you passionate about working with children and making a positive impact on their development? We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Childcare Lead Educator to join our team.

As a Childcare Lead Educator, you will be responsible for supporting with creating and implementing engaging play-based learning activities for children ages 6 months to 5 years old. You will provide a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment that promotes the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development of each child. This is for our toddler room for children aged 2 to 2.5years.

Your role

  • Support in the planning and deliver of age-appropriate activities, including art, music, movement, and outdoor play
  • Foster a positive and inclusive classroom culture that promotes teamwork and respect for diversity
  • Observe and assess the development and progress of each child, and communicate with parents and colleagues about individual needs and achievements
  • Maintain a clean and organised room, including managing materials and supplies
  • Ensure the safety and well-being of all children at all times, following all policies and procedures

    Our Officer child care centre is proud to have received Exceeding the National Quality Standard. At capacity our centre caters for up to 130 children with operating hours from 6:30am to 6:30pm.

    Located in Officer and close to Officer South, Beaconsfield, Pakenham and Pakenham Upper. We’re located across the road from the Arena Shopping Centre and Officer Medical Centre – just off the Princes Highway. For more information and photos, please visit our centre's website: Greenwood Officer Centre

 Our Benefits

With over 430 early learning centres nationwide, G8 Education has the resources to reward your dedication with generous benefits and opportunities to grow.

  • Individual flexibility options to suit your needs – let us know what flexibility means to you!
  • Access a 50% gap fee discount on childcare fees at any G8 Education Centre
  • Exclusive access to G8’s benefits platform, with discounts from 350+ retailers including hotels, health insurance, gym membership and more
  • Health and wellness program
  • Opportunities to advance your career within G8’s network of 430 centres  

 Our Requirements

  • Hold a minimum ACECQA approved Diploma Qualification in Children’s Services 
  • An understanding of both the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS)
  • Proven sector experience within an Early childhood service (working with children 0-5 years) 
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
  • A current Working with Children Check
  • First Aid certificate
  • Ability to work collaboratively with a team
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development

If you are enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of young children, we encourage you to apply now to this exciting opportunity and connect with our friendly team.

G8 Education is a committed advocate for child protection, safety and wellbeing. We have a zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or harm. The safety and wellbeing of children will always be our priority and all team members are expected to embrace this shared commitment.

Apply Now

Refer someone to this job

Not You?

Thank you! You will now be redirected to our applicant portal to complete your application.

Recommended Jobs 

Centre Manager

Buggles JOB Perth - Fremantle & Southern Suburbs RM - Kerryn Millar 517458 ATWELL WA Australia 7 Alliance Entrance , ATWELL, WA, Australia, 6164 AM - Oldfield S Centre Manager Fixed Term Full time
Buggles Atwell has a fixed term opportunity for an experienced Centre Manager, one who will lead through example and inspiration! A great opportunity for career progression, someone looking to build their skill set!

Assistant Educator

The Learning Sanctuary JOB RM - Kylie Van der Stok 517361 TARRAGINDI QLD Australia The Learning Sanctuary Tarragindi 200 Toohey Road Tarragindi, QLD 4121 Australia , TARRAGINDI, QLD, Australia, 4121 AM- Pezzotti J Assistant Educator Permanent Full time
The Learning Sanctuary Tarragindi has an opening for a passionate Assistant Educator to join our team, where you’ll be encouraged to fulfil your dream of shaping the lives of the young children in our care. You’ll work in a supportive environment ...

Assistant Educator

Great Beginnings JOB Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter RM - Jacob Squillacioti 517464 SPEERS POINT NSW Australia 193 Main Road , SPEERS POINT, NSW, Australia, 2284 AM-Fowles J Assistant Educator Permanent Part time
Great Beginnings Speers Point has an opening for a passionate Assistant Educator to join our team, where you’ll be encouraged to fulfil your dream of shaping the lives of the young children in our care. You’ll work in a supportive environment with...

Can't find the right role?

Sign up for job alerts here

Not You?

Thank you

View Job

G8 Careers Site