Join our team at Milestones PalmerstonWe are seeking a dedicated Lead Educator for a Full-Time position with shifts from 6:30 am to 6:30 pm.Affinity is a Child Safe Organisation, prioritizing child safety and creating environments where children feel safe, supported, and valued.Affinity AdvantagesEnjoy a 50% discount on childcare fees from day one.Access fully funded Diploma and Certificate III courses in Early Childhood Education and Care through our Affinity Learning Academy.Apply for scholarships for Bachelor's or Master's degrees in Early Childhood Education.Benefit from extensive training and development opportunities, with 50% of promotions from within.Advance your career toward senior educational or operational management roles.Receive a 30% discount on a 12-month membership with Goodlife or Fitness First.Benefit from wellbeing initiatives with partners like TELUS Health, Bupa insurance, and discounts at over 100 retailers.About you:Hold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or an ACECQA-approved equivalent Bachelor's degree.Have a current Working with Children Check or be willing to obtain one.Possess a current First Aid Certificate (including asthma and anaphylactic training) or be willing to obtain one.Have a strong commitment to fostering the growth and development of young minds.Pay rate: $32-$35 per hourWhy work for Affinity?Join our values-driven organization, where incredible people make a genuine difference. Our mission is to inspire and nurture individuals to reach their full potential. It's not just about what we do for children; it's about what we do for our team, too. Affinity allows our people to shine-so we can deliver the best in early education!Our Curriculum:Our educators are trained and accredited in the Lifelong Learning Curriculum, Australia's most advanced approach to early education for children from birth to age five. It's based on the belief that learning occurs most successfully when supported by nurturing and engaged educators, in partnership with families and communities. This curriculum incorporates models like Circle of Security, Abecedarian, and Project-Based Learning.Our Safety Commitment:At Affinity, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual is treated with respect and dignity. We prioritize the safety, rights, and wellbeing of all children, with a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm. We also prioritize the safety and wellbeing of our employees and their families.We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer. We are committed to responding to every applicant.LOVE. LEARN. GROW. Apply now!