We're Hiring!

Lead Educator | Echuca West 🌿

Brand‑New Centre Opening April 2026 | Foundation Team Opportunity

Journey Early Learning is excited to be opening our brand‑new Echuca West (VIC) centre in April 2026, and we’re looking for an inspiring and committed Lead Educator to join our foundation team. This is a rare opportunity to help shape a centre from the ground up — creating the culture, routines, and learning environments that will support children, families and educators for years to come. ✨

About Our New Echuca West Centre 🧡

Designed with intention, our new service places children, educators and families at the heart of every space.

• Licensed for 120 children across 8 learning environments
• Purpose-built, modern and beautifully resourced
• Operating 6:30am – 6:30pm
• Deep focus on community connection, outdoor learning and meaningful excursions
• Dedicated onboarding and mentoring for all foundation team members

Joining a brand‑new centre means being part of something joyful and exciting. You’ll help establish the room culture, shape daily practices, influence program design and build strong relationships with families from day one. 🌈

Why Journey? 💛

Our culture is grounded in four pillars that guide how we show up for our children, families and teams:

• Trust & Belief 🤝
• Support & Wellbeing 🌼
• Growth & Development 🌱
• Passion & Possibilities 🚀

We invest in you, celebrate you and give you room to grow.

What We Offer 🎁

As a Lead Educator, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive hourly rate + super
• Educator Wage Retention Payment (paid weekly) 💸
• 80% childcare discount*
• Paid Birthday Leave + meaningful anniversary gifts
• Paid First Aid, CPR & Anaphylaxis training
• Access to Journey Academy for ongoing learning
• Targeted leadership pathways and coaching
• High‑quality, inspiring resources and environments
• Supportive leaders and a people‑first culture
• Mental Health First Aid & Employee Assistance Program

*Terms & conditions apply.

Your Role as a Lead Educator 🌟

As a Lead Educator, you will:

• Champion high‑quality, child‑led programs
• Create warm, inclusive and inspiring learning spaces
• Lead and guide educators within your room
• Build strong, trusting relationships with children, families and your team
• Model reflective practice and support continuous improvement
• Bring creativity, consistency and joy into everyday routines

You’ll have a meaningful voice in shaping the identity of our new centre and supporting a positive, collaborative culture from the ground up. 🌱

What You’ll Bring 🎓

• A Diploma in Early Childhood Education (ACECQA recognised)
• Experience leading age‑specific programs and supporting a team
• Strong knowledge of the EYLF & NQS
• A valid Working with Children Check
• Current First Aid, Asthma & Anaphylaxis certifications
• A warm, collaborative and child‑focused mindset

Ready to Join the Journey? 🚀

If you’re excited by the idea of shaping a brand‑new centre and leading with heart, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and help create a place where children feel safe, supported and ready to thrive.

Our Commitment to Child Safety 🛡️

Journey Early Learning promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including children with disabilities and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. We are committed to every child’s right to feel safe, supported and empowered.