Lead Educator

• 496158
• Riverhills, QLD
• Lead Educator
• Permanent Part time

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Lead Educator – Kinder Room | Riverhills

🌟 Lead with confidence. Collaborate with your team. Inspire young minds. Journey Early Learning Riverhills is looking for an experienced Diploma-qualified Lead Educator to join our Kinder Room, supporting children aged 3–5 years .

Working closely alongside our Early Childhood Teacher and a collaborative team of educators, you’ll play an important role in creating engaging learning experiences that support children’s development, confidence and readiness for their next stage of learning.

This is a great opportunity for an educator who enjoys leading by example, mentoring others and working as part of a team to create a positive and engaging Kinder environment.

Permanent Part-time | Monday to Friday | 37.5 hours per week ✨ What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading and supporting educators within the Kinder Room
• Working closely alongside the ECT to support the delivery of the kindergarten program
• Creating engaging, play-based learning experiences aligned with the EYLF
• Supporting children’s learning, development, wellbeing and growing independence
• Building meaningful relationships with children and families
• Mentoring educators and contributing to a positive, collaborative team culture
• Contributing to Storypark documentation and children’s learning journeys
• Maintaining a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment

💛 About You

You’re a confident and nurturing educator who enjoys working with children aged 3–5 and understands the importance of creating meaningful learning experiences during these important early years.

You’ll Bring

• An ACECQA-recognised Diploma in Early Childhood Education
• Experience as a Lead Educator, or confidence stepping into leadership
• Experience working with preschool or kindergarten-aged children
• Strong understanding of child development and play-based learning
• A positive, calm and collaborative leadership style
• Confidence building strong relationships with children, families and your team
• Current First Aid, Asthma & Anaphylaxis certificates
• Completed National Child Safety Training
• Storypark experience is desirable

🎁 What We Offer

• Educator Worker Retention Payments (EWRP), paid weekly
• Paid Birthday Leave & Anniversary Recognition
• Access to Journey Academy & ongoing professional development
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retail and lifestyle discounts
• High-quality learning environments and supportive leadership
• Career progression and leadership development opportunities
• Terms and conditions apply.

🌱 Why Journey?

At Journey, we invest in our people through meaningful support, mentoring and professional development. Whether you’re an experienced Lead Educator or ready for your next step, you’ll have opportunities to develop your skills and continue growing your career with Journey.

🛡 Our Commitment to Safeguarding

At Journey Early Learning, the safety and wellbeing of every child is our highest priority. Through our See, Act, Tell framework, we are committed to ensuring every child feels safe, secure and protected every day.

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