We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Lead Educator with a genuine passion for early childhood education to join our Croydon team.
Benefits include:
- Well above award salary depending on experience
- A genuinely friendly and fun team to work with and a fulfilling environment where you make a difference
- Above award wages
- Above ratio resourcing and support
- An opportunity to grow your career with educational assistance and support
- Career progression and development opportunities
- Genuine warmth, care and support
- An extra day off for your birthday
You will have access to fantastic working conditions, support and resources, as well as ongoing opportunities for professional learning and development. Don't miss the chance to join a growing and dedicated team and work in a friendly, welcoming and rewarding setting.
About You
- Genuine warmth, care and passion for children
- Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal with an ability to build respectful and reciprocal relationships with children and families
- An ACECQA-approved Diploma (or above) in Children's Services.
- An ability to lead and motivate a team of Educators
- A strong understanding of the National Quality Framework, including government regulations, the National Quality Standard and the Victorian Early Years Learning Framework.
- Experience in developing and implementing programmes that are interest-based, reflective of the diversity and contribute to positive behaviour management and guidance techniques and strategies for children
- Strong experience in documentation, including regular observations and children's portfolios, is highly regarded.
- Current Working With Children Check, Current First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis training
- At Early Years Talent, we connect passionate early childhood educators, teachers and childcare staff with early years opportunities across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients range from boutique exceeding early learning centres, long day cares to community-managed not-for-profits._
**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent
**Salary**: $29.00 - $35.00 per hour
**Benefits**:
- Childcare assistance
- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring program
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (required)
Work Location: In person
📌 Lead Educator
🏢 Early Years Talent
📍 Melbourne