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Childcare Lead Educator – Journey Early Learning | Sale

Make your mark. Lead with purpose.

At Journey Early Learning Sale, we’re looking for a passionate Lead Educator who’s ready to step up, guide their team, and help shape meaningful learning experiences for young children. This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to grow, lead, and be part of something bigger.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we’ll be right here beside you — supporting your goals and recognising your impact every step of the way.

What You’ll Do

• Lead your room with confidence, creativity and care
• Build strong relationships with children and families
• Guide and support your fellow educators in creating engaging programs
• Foster a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment
• Contribute to the continuous improvement and reflective practices of the centre

What You’ll Need

• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (ACECQA approved)
• Experience leading a room or mentoring other educators
• A passion for early learning and a growth mindset
• Strong understanding of the EYLF and NQF
• Working with Children Check (VIC)

Why Journey Sale?

At Sale, we’re proud of the close-knit, professional and energetic team we’ve built. We support each other, celebrate our progress, and take genuine pride in creating a positive environment for educators and children alike.

When you join Journey, you’re not just gaining a role — you’re gaining a team that will back you and a pathway that will grow with you.

 What’s In It For You?

• Above award rates + 10% Educator Wage Retention Grant
• 80% staff childcare discount*
• $1000 Sign on bonus*
• Daily Lunches Provided
• Wellness leave and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Access to Journey’s perks platform with discounts on health, fitness, travel, retail and more
• Paid professional development and access to a Learning & Development platform
• Individual growth plans to help you move into leadership, specialisation or training roles
• Coaching and mentorship from experienced leaders who want to see you succeed
• Paid birthday leave to celebrate your day your way
• Monthly recognition programs that highlight your achievements
• Uniforms provided and refreshed each year

*Terms & Conditions apply

Ready to Lead and Grow with Us?

If you're excited to guide others, grow your career and bring big ideas to life — we’re ready to support you. Bring your passion and possibility to Journey Sale, and together, we’ll create something remarkable.

Apply now to lead, learn, and love what you do — every day.

Journey Early Learning – Where it all begins®

At Journey Early Learning, the safety and well-being of every child is our top priority. We ensure every child every day is safe, secure and protected. We are united through Journey’s Commitment to Safeguarding Children and adhere to our See, Act, Tell framework. This framework empowers us to actively uphold and advocate for the rights and voices of children, focusing on the prevention, recognition, and response to abuse, neglect, and harm