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Childcare Lead Educator

  • 494992
  • Durack Heights
  • Lead Educator
  • Permanent Part time

Childcare Lead Educator | Durack Heights

Journey Early Learning is seeking an enthusiastic, passionate, and experienced Lead Educator to join our Durack Heights team in providing a safe and stimulating environment which meets the social, cultural, emotional, educational and physical needs of the children and encourages parent and community participation. 

Centre Overview: 

Our newer, purpose-built 66 place centre is a place where children aged from six weeks to six years can make a positive start to a life of learning, development, growth and opportunity. We are located on Packard Avenue, Durack, with modern indoor and outdoor play environments that support learning in a stimulating, play-focused setting.  

Engaging with the wider community, our centre is involved in weekly incursions that promote new and enriching experiences. Our supportive and collaborative team love to celebrate achievements with monthly morning-tea’s and lunches. We also offer a yearly roster with specific set shifts.  

We look forward to welcoming your application to be a part of our foundational team.

About the role: 

This is a Permanent part-time opportunity across Monday to Friday. 
 
As our Lead Educator, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and educational experiences for the children in our care. 

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Ensure a high level of health & safety standards are maintained at all times 

  • Lead, develop and implement engaging, high-quality educational programs 

  • Mentor and support educators to plan and deliver meaningful learning experiences. 

  • Overseeing and approving centre Storypark posts 

  • Foster a dynamic and inclusive learning environment that encourages exploration and creativity 

  • Provide constructive feedback to educators to promote continuous improvement and a culture of positive change 

  • Collaborate with families to ensure each child’s learning journey is supported and enrichd 

About you: 

You are a creative and inspired early childhood educator with a passion to lead and develop age specific programs and daily routines. You will be a collaborative member of the team, working to build strong relationships with Educators, children, and families. 

Key skills and requirements: 

  • Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, or actively studying towards one. 

  • Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis Certificates 

  • Current Child Protection Training Certificate, or willingness to obtain. 

  • Approved working with children Check (state specific) 

  • Demonstrated passion for nurturing the next generation of learners 

  • Experience in leading curriculum development with a focus on play-based learning and holistic education 

  • Strong written communication and literacy skills, with the ability to document and communicate educational progress effectively 

  • An ability to provide feedback that fosters professional growth and a positive team culture 

  • High-level time management skills to effectively balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment 

A collaborative mindset, committed to working as part of a community of learners 

What we offer: 

  • Attractive pay rates | 10% Educator Worker Retention Payment (EWRP)
  • 80% off Childcare Discounts* 
  • Anniversary Gifts to recognise you 
  • Paid Birthday Leave 
  • Mental Health First Aid 
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Access to retail/lifestyle discounts 
  • Excursions - we encourage all services to engage with the community through excursions 

“*Terms & Conditions apply.”

 

If you believe you have the skills and experience to be part of our team’s success – apply now! 

Join us at 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

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