**Become part of Sparrow Early Learning Buderim — where you’re more than an educator, you’re a magical spark lighting up little minds and bright futures!**
- **Lead Educator | part-time (Monday to Friday required)**
**We’re on the lookout for Early Learning leader who**:
- Spark joy and curiosity in every little learner they meet
- Cheer on their fellow educators and help build a thriving community
- Are ready for a career filled with purpose, play, and professional growth
As a **Lead Educator**, you’ll guide and mentor your team to create a calm, nurturing space where our young learners feel safe, supported, and curious. Working closely with the Leadership Team, you’ll help shape meaningful routines and experiences that foster each child's development—while documenting their learning and milestones with love and care, all within a compliant and responsive setting.
**Our values - Inspire, Nurture, Grow - guide everything we do**:
**Inspire** a love of learning through creativity and curiosity
**Nurture** every child’s wellbeing and potential through connection and care
**Grow** confident learners and robust, supportive teams
**Sparrow Early Learning Buderim**is set in a peaceful Buderim location, our centre is known for its strong team culture and warm, community feel. With four Reggio Emilia-inspired studios, our close-knit team works together to create a calm, welcoming setting where everyone feels a sense of belonging. Collaboration, support, and genuine connections are at the heart of daily life—making Buderim a place where educators thrive and children flourish.
**What you’ll need**:
- **Diploma in Early Childhood Education & Care**:
- **Proven Room Leader experience is a long-hour learning centre**:
- **Strong knowledge & understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework, National Quality Standards and Play-based Child-led pedagogy**:
- **Current Working with Children Check**:
- Excellent communication & leadership skills
- Experience with Storypark is a bonus
- First Aid and CPR certificates including Asthma and Anaphylaxis training.
**The Sparrow Benefits**
- Competitive wages plus rewarding bonus programs!
- Extra allowances for extra responsibilities!
- Priority childcare access & up to 95% discount!
- Awesome leave perks — including Birthday Leave!
- Access compassionate, confidential support anytime with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Paid traineeships: Learn while you earn!
- Generous rewards for employee referrals!
- Celebrate milestones with tenure rewards!
- Safe Sleep & Child Protection training on us!
- Career growth and mentorship opportunities!
- Access to online learning & career development!
When joining Sparrow, you will become part of the family. We nurture a thoughtful, collaborative, and inclusive culture where everybody feels valued. If you’re passionate about making a difference in early education, we’d love to hear from you!
**Job Type**: Part-time
Pay: $29.71 - $33.80 per hour
**Benefits**:
- Employee discount
- Referral program
Licence/Certification:
- Working with Children Check (required)
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (required)
Work Location: In person
📌 Lead Educator
🏢 Sparrow Early Learning
📍 Buderim