Are you a passionate and experienced early childhood educator with a knack for leadership and a genuine love for nurturing young minds? If so, we want you to join our team at Village Early Education.

Village Early Education Maiden Gully is a newly built, open plan, long day care and kindergarten. With purpose-built facilities, beautiful outdoor spaces and an abundance of resources, the centre provides you with an opportunity to grow in your career. Our regular excursions into the community and variety of incursions and programs add to the great culture of this early learning environment and workplace.

Village Early Education is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. We understand our responsibilities and statutory duty of care and are committed to raising awareness about the importance of child safety in our organisation and our communities, which is essential for promoting healthy and safe learning environments for children.

Role Overview:

As the Lead Educator, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the educational experiences of our children. You will lead a dedicated team of educators, design and implement engaging learning programs, and ensure that our centre meets the highest standards of care and education. Your leadership will inspire and support both your team and the children in our care.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and mentor a team of educators, providing guidance, support, and professional development.

Develop, implement, and review engaging and developmentally appropriate educational programs.

Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that supports each child's individual needs.

Build strong, respectful relationships with children, families, and the broader community.

Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, policies, and procedures.

Collaborate with the centre’s management team to achieve strategic goals and maintain high-quality standards.

Qualifications and Experience:

Diploma in Early Childhood Education or equivalent.

Relevant experience in early childhood education, including leadership or supervisory roles.

Current Working with Children Check .

Strong understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS).

Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.

A genuine passion for working with young children and supporting their growth and development.

Why join us?

Unique management structure allowing for mentoring and support

Career advancement opportunities across our growing organisaion

Access to professional development opportunities both internally and externally

Attractive remuneration package with scope for future growth

A generous 60% childcare discounts for your own children

Working in a positive, relaxed, home like environment

Uniform provided

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