Lead Educator Full Time

Position: Lead Educator

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $76,000 to $79,000 plus superannuation per annum

Location: Springwood QLD 4127

Our client is seeking a Lead Educator to join their Early Learning Centre located in Springwood, Queensland.

As a Lead Educator you will be responsible for leading the development, implementation and evaluation of high-quality educational programs in alignment with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), the service philosophy, and National Quality Standards. In this leadership role, the Lead Educator ensures a nurturing, inclusive, safe, and engaging environment for all children, while guiding and supporting other educators to achieve best practice.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Program Development and Delivery:

• Lead the design, delivery, and ongoing refinement of developmentally appropriate programs aligned with the EYLF and the service philosophy.
• Provide direction, guidance, and support to educators to ensure consistent and intentional program implementation.
• Oversee observations, documentation, and assessments, ensuring they remain on site and are completed in accordance with service policy and regulatory requirements.
• Evaluate individual and group learning needs and adapt programs to support each child’s development, interests, and strengths.

Compliance and Record-Keeping:

• Ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework and all relevant State and Federal legislation, including Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations, Fire and Evacuation Legislation, Family Assistance Law and the Child Care Subsidy.
• Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date documentation for each child, including developmental records and program evaluations.
• Uphold all service policies, procedures, and quality improvement requirements.

Child and Family Engagement:

• Welcome each child and family to the service daily, ensuring interactions are warm, meaningful, and respectful.
• Build authentic, supportive relationships with children and families, promoting trust and open communication.
• Ensure all relevant information shared by families is communicated confidentially and appropriately to the necessary staff or leadership.
• Provide individual attention, comfort, and emotional support to children as needed.

Health, Safety, and Hygiene:

• Ensure children are consistently supervised and safe during all routines, activities, and transitions.
• Support and model correct health, hygiene, food safety, and infection-control procedures.
• Assist with daily operational tasks, including food preparation, cleaning, and gardening, as required.
• Follow all first aid, emergency, and risk-management procedures as per legislation and service policy.

Environmental and Educational Space:

• Lead the creation of safe, stimulating, and well-organised learning environments that foster exploration, creativity, and independence.
• Ensure environments reflect children’s interests, the program goals, and the service philosophy.
• Promote sustainable practices and environmental responsibility through everyday routines and planned experiences.

Leadership, Collaboration and Teamwork:

• Model professionalism, kindness, respect, and positive communication at all times.
• Foster a collaborative team culture that supports reflective practice, shared learning, and continuous improvement.
• Mentor and guide educators, trainees, and volunteers, supporting their professional growth and confidence.
• Promote a sense of belonging for all educators, children, and families within the service community.

Community Involvement:

• Encourage children’s engagement with the wider community through experiences that build connection, understanding, and belonging.
• Foster respectful and collaborative relationships with local organisations, professionals, and community members.

Professionalism and Ethical Conduct:

• Demonstrate commitment to ongoing professional learning and uphold the Early Childhood Code of Ethics.
• Always maintain confidentiality regarding children, families and service-related information.
• Ensure all documentation and program materials remain the property of the service and stay on site.
• Represent the service positively within the community and uphold high standards of professional behaviour.

Requirements:

• Minimum AQF Diploma Qualification (Approved by ACECQA) or have achieved a relevant ACECQA approved Cert III qualification (or equivalence) and be actively working towards this qualification as per the definition in Regulation 10 of the Education and Care Services Regulation.
• Minimum of at least one (1) year of experience in relevant field.
• Current First Aid Certificate (approved by ACECQA)
• Current CPR Certificate (approved by ACECQA)
• Current Anaphylaxis Training (approved by ACECQA)
• Current Emergency Asthma Management Training (approved by ACECQA)
• Current Working with Children Check as required under legislation
• Commitment to maintaining current knowledge and attend additional training as necessary.