Lead Educator | Springwood Uniting Early Learning | Casual Position

Looking for a casual educator with lead experience. Various shifts, both opening and close. Diploma or studying diploma Educator. 

About You

You’re passionate about delivering high-quality learning experiences and recognise the uniqueness of every child. You thrive in a collaborative, community-focused environment and enjoy working alongside like-minded educators.

As a Lead Educator, you bring strong knowledge of EYLF and NQF to design engaging, play-based programs. You confidently lead your room, creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment while supporting your team and contributing to a positive culture.

About the role

• Plan and implement engaging, play-based learning programs aligned with EYLF and NQF
• Observe and assess children’s development, supporting positive behaviours and outcomes
• Lead and support your team to deliver high-quality education and care
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and well-presented learning environment
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures

About You

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education (or ACECQA-approved equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of early childhood frameworks and best practice
• Understanding of relevant legislation and compliance requirements
• Current Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certifications
• Full working rights in Australia

What We Offer

• Paid parental leave
• Additional time off over the Christmas period
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Paid Blue Card and First Aid renewals
• Immunisation reimbursement
• Reward and recognition program
• 50% childcare discount
• Supportive, values-led team environment

About Us

Springwood Uniting Early Learning is part of Uniting Early Learning, a mission-based, not-for-profit organisation. We are committed to delivering quality learning outcomes, guided by our values—not profits.

We believe in respect, inclusion, and the strength of connected communities, and we’re proud to support both children and educators to thrive.

Apply Now

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a difference, apply now.

If you are a culturally & linguistically diverse, living with a disability, or returning to the workforce after a period of time off raising children, we recognise you are less likely to apply for this position, however we strongly consider those who can meet most of the above and have a great work ethic to formalise their application. 

Uniting Church in Australia, Queensland Synod is committed to being a child safe, child friendly organisation and for all children who come into contact with our services we will provide welcoming, safe and nurturing services, prevent child abuse and neglect within our services and appropriately and immediately address child abuse and neglect if it does occur.

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