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Lead Educator | McDowall

Avenues Early Learning Centre
McDowall, QLD
A$36-$37.50 p/h (including WRP)
Education & Training → Childcare & Outside School Hours Care
Part-time
On-site

Posted 1 day ago


Discover Your Next Career Move at a Centre Families Call a "Hidden Gem"!

Nestled in a quiet street next to a peaceful creek and lush parkland, Avenues McDowall is a well-resourced, purpose-built 75-place centre with a reputation for excellence and heart. We're proud of our homely feel, welcoming culture, and strong community ties — and now, we’re looking for a passionate Lead Educator to join our amazing team.

What We’re Looking For:

We’re seeking an experienced and motivated Lead Educator who can:

Deliver engaging, child-led programs that inspire curiosity and exploration

Create flexible routines that support developmental milestones and evolving interests

Lead with professionalism, creativity, and a commitment to quality

Collaborate with a passionate and supportive team of educators and leaders

This is a permanent part-time role with consistent hours and job stability.

What You’ll Need:

✔ Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent)
✔ Minimum 2 years’ experience in a Lead Educator role
✔ Current Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
✔ First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis certificates
✔ Sound understanding of the EYLF and NQS
✔ Confidence using digital platforms for programming and documentation
✔ Full availability Monday to Friday between 7am – 6pm

Why Join Us?

At Avenues McDowall, we value our team as much as we value our children. Here's what you'll enjoy:

Above Award wages

70% childcare discount for staff

$50 birthday voucher and thoughtful Christmas gifts

All-expenses-paid social events & regular team building

Generous referral bonuses

Ongoing professional development & career progression

Supportive and caring leadership team

A beautiful centre that values creativity, sustainability & innovation

Uniforms provided

Inspired by...

Our Eco Warriors – children passionate about sustainability

Our famous Junk Yard – where risk play and invention come alive

Reggio Emilia principles that shape our environments and practice

A community that respects and supports our work

Each other – our educators’ unique talents and strengths drive our success

Apply Now!

If you’re ready to work in a centre where your voice is heard, your ideas are celebrated, and your career is supported — click APPLY and submit your resume and cover letter today.


About Avenues Early Learning Centre

Norman Park, QLD, Australia

The Avenues Group of Centres is family owned and operated. We have been providing quality care and education since 2003. Each centre in the group has its own unique character and offers services that reflect the local communities in which they are located. Our centres are licensed by the State Department of Education, Office for Early Childhood Education and Care and are accredited through an assessment rating system which is governed by the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority ( ACECQA). Some of our centres are yet to be rated in the new assessment rating system, however, have all received the highest rating under the previous governing body known as the National Childcare Accreditation Council.

We believe it is important to promote trust and partnerships between children, staff and parents. Program planning is regarded as a shared process and members of each child’s family are encouraged to participate in their child’s program.

The Avenues Group is committed to providing inclusive environments for children and families. Underpinning this value is our fundamental belief that each child is unique, bringing to the environment a unique set of capabilities and pre-dispositions. Our aim is to foster within each child awareness and acceptance of others so that they attach positive feelings to the diversity of people.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

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