Lead Educator Early Childhood Education | Kelso / Bathurst. Are you an experienced Lead Educator looking for balance, growth and a genuinely supportive team? Or an Educator ready to step confidently into leadership after several years of hands‐on experience?BenefitsAbove‐award pay: $35‐$42 per hour (experience dependent)National career reach: work with one of Australia's largest early‐learning organisations, with more than 250 centres and over 50% of promotions earned internallyCareer pathways: potential access to a fully funded Diploma, scholarships for Bachelor studies, and progression to Educational Leader or Centre ManagerStrong professional support: paid professional development, mentoring and experienced leadership that genuinely listensWellbeing focus: gym partnerships, more than 75 retailer discounts and a 24/7 Employee Assistance ProgramFamily perks: 50% childcare discount with no waiting periodBeautiful environments: spacious natural outdoor areas, including water play, modern learning resources and ongoing upgradesPositive reputation: families consistently praise educator warmth, communication and meal qualityResponsibilitiesDesign engaging play‐based programmes and guide the planning cycleSupport reflective practice for educatorsCoach and mentor educators to build capability and confidenceEmbed the EYLF and NQS across daily practiceBuild strong relationships with families and colleaguesContribute to a warm, collaborative and child‐centred cultureQualificationsDiploma of Early Childhood Education (or ACECQA‐approved equivalent) completed before October 2025Minimum twelve months of room or team leadership experience in an Australian early‐learning serviceCurrent First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis training, plus a valid Blue CardStrong understanding of the EYLF, NQS and planning cycleConfidence in mentoring, family engagement and navigating challenging conversationsFull‐time availability, ideally on a rotating roster#J-18808-Ljbffr