Lead Educator

About our Centre

Edge Early Learning Plympton provides quality childcare and kindergarten for children aged six weeks to school age. We are passionate about the health and wellbeing of children, which is why our program promotes healthy eating and active lifestyles. We implement an inquiry-based approach where children are encouraged to ask questions, explore new ideas, and learn through play.

About the role

Join our dynamic team as a Lead Educator in our Toddler Room, where you'll play a key role in guiding children's learning and development through engaging, play-based programs. As a passionate leader, you’ll mentor and support your fellow educators, foster a positive learning environment, and build strong relationships with families. Bring your creativity, experience, and leadership skills to help shape the future of young learners in a nurturing and innovative setting.

Our enquiry-based approach encourages children to ask questions, explore new interests, and develop a love of learning through play-based experiences. This method is instrumental in enhancing problem-solving and communication skills, building confidence, and fostering strong peer relationships as children progress into our Kindergarten program and beyond.

Are You Our Next Edge Lead Educator?

As a Lead Educator, you will:

• Lead and Mentor: Guide a team of educators within a room, focusing on individual development and mentoring to ensure the highest standards of care and supervision.
• Collaborate: Work seamlessly with fellow educators to develop and implement inspirational educational programs.
• Create: Foster a friendly, secure, and stimulating interactive learning environment.
• Develop: Nurture our team members, empowering them to confidently contribute to our children’s learning journeys.
• Connect: Build trusting and honest relationships with children, families, colleagues, management, and community stakeholders.
• Ensure Excellence: Maintain compliance with EYLF and NQS standards, aiming to exceed expectations.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education
• Current Working With Children check and RRHAN Notification
• Current First Aid & CPR (HLTAID004) Certificate
• Current Asthma and Anaphylaxis Certificate
• Prior experience as a Lead Educator is essential.

Our Cutting-Edge Benefits:

• Birthday Leave for permanent staff members.
• Team Member Childcare Discounts on gap fees.
• Referral Bonus Scheme for all employees.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Full uniform allowance provided on commencement and annual top up allowance.
• Onsite Flu Vaccinations.
• Professional development and training opportunities.

If you have the drive and passion to become an industry leader in a cutting-edge working environment, we want to hear from you! Apply now and be a part of our exciting journey at Edge Early Learning!

Edge Early Learning is an equal opportunity employer that understands the importance of creating a diverse and inclusive work environment for our educators and families. We encourage applications from people from all ages, nationalities, abilities and cultures - including Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders people. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a barrier-free recruitment process.