Multiple Leadership & Educator Opportunities
Educational Leader | Lead Educator | Casual Educator
Busy Bees at Geelong West (VIC)
Location: 151 Church Street, Geelong West VIC 3218
Licensed Capacity: 137 places
Busy Bees at Geelong West is a large, vibrant service with a strong focus on quality, collaboration, and professional growth. We're currently inviting applications across three key roles, offering opportunities for experienced leaders and educators seeking flexibility or the next step in their career.
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Role 1: Educational Leader
Hourly Rate: $38.15 – $39.39 (WT 5A.1 to 5.4)
About the Role
* Lead and embed high-quality pedagogical practice aligned with the EYLF and NQS
* Mentor and coach educators, supporting reflective practice and continuous improvement
* Partner with the Centre Director on curriculum, compliance, and quality improvement planning
* Strengthen documentation, assessment, and programming across the service
* Build strong professional relationships with educators, families, and leadership peers
What You'll Need
* Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education and Care (ACECQA-approved)
* Proven experience in an Educational Leader or senior leadership role
* Strong working knowledge of EYLF, NQS, and QIP processes
* Working with Children Check (Employee – VIC)
* A collaborative and confident leadership approach
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Role 2: Lead Educator
Hourly Rate: $34.51 – $39.24 (WT 4A.1 to 4.3)
About the Role
* Lead and mentor educators within your room, modelling best practice
* Plan and deliver engaging, play-based learning aligned with the EYLF
* Support programming, documentation and reflective practice
* Build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues
* Work closely with leadership to support quality and compliance
What You'll Need
* Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (ACECQA-approved)
* Previous experience in a Lead Educator or senior educator role
* Strong knowledge of EYLF and NQS
* Working with Children Check (Employee – VIC)
* Confidence to mentor and support others
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Role 3: Casual Educator
Casual Hourly Rate: $36.96 – $45.51 (including 25% casual loading)
About the Role
* Step into different rooms and support permanent staff with routines and transitions
* Assist in delivering play-based learning aligned with the EYLF
* Enjoy flexible shifts Monday to Friday, between 6:30am and 6:30pm
* Build positive relationships with children, families, and teams
* Bring flexibility, energy, and adaptability to each shift
What You'll Need
* Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or working towards)
* Working with Children Check (Employee – VIC)
* First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis (or willingness to obtain)
* Ability to adapt confidently across rooms and age groups
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Key Benefits
* Competitive hourly rates aligned with experience and role
* Laundry allowance (and uniform allocation for permanent roles)
* Generous childcare gap fee discounts for permanent staff (up to 50%)
* Ongoing professional development via the Busy Bees learning platform
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Global Talent Exchange Program opportunities
* A supportive, inclusive culture within a leading global early learning organisation
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Apply now to join Busy Bees at Geelong West and be part of a service where leadership, quality, and growth are genuinely valued.