Lead Educator

Lead Educator & Educators | Milestones Early Learning Caloundra

Inspire young minds. Grow your career. Be part of something special.

At Milestones Early Learning Caloundra, we're looking for passionate and dedicated Lead Educators and Educators to join our welcoming and supportive team. These opportunities offer flexible shifts between 6:30am and 6:30pm, allowing you to build a rewarding career while maintaining work-life balance.

Whether you're an experienced Lead Educator ready to take the next step in your career or an Educator passionate about supporting children's learning and development, we'd love to hear from you.

As part of our team, you'll play an important role in creating meaningful learning experiences that inspire curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning.

Why You'll Love Working at Milestones Caloundra

Located in the heart of the Sunshine Coast, Milestones Early Learning Caloundra is a vibrant, community-focused centre where children, families, and educators feel valued and connected. Our passionate team is committed to creating a warm, nurturing environment where every child can thrive and every educator is supported to grow.

At Milestones Caloundra, you'll enjoy:

• A collaborative and supportive leadership team that genuinely values your ideas and contribution.
• Strong connections with families and the local community.
• Purpose-built learning environments designed to inspire exploration and discovery.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities within a national organisation.
• A positive team culture where recognition, wellbeing, and success are celebrated.
• Opportunities for both Lead Educators and Educators to develop their skills and progress their careers.

Join a centre where your passion, dedication, and commitment to early education can make a meaningful difference every day.

Affinity Advantages

When you join Affinity Education, you'll enjoy benefits that support both your career and wellbeing:

• 50% discount on childcare fees from your first day.
• Scholarships available towards Bachelor's Degrees in Early Childhood Education.
• Extensive professional development opportunities and clear career pathways.
• Over 50% of our leadership promotions are filled internally.
• Career progression opportunities into Educational Leadership, Centre Leadership, and operational roles.
• 30% discount on Goodlife Health Clubs and Fitness First memberships.
• Access to wellbeing programs, including TELUS Health, Bupa benefits, and discounts across 100+ retailers.

About You

You're passionate about making a positive difference in children's lives and creating engaging learning experiences that support every child's individual journey.

To be successful, you'll have:

• A Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA-approved equivalent).
• A current Working with Children Check / Blue Card, or willingness to obtain one.
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certifications, or willingness to obtain them.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A genuine commitment to high-quality early childhood education and care.

Our Approach to Learning

At Affinity Education, our educators are supported through the Lifelong Learning Curriculum, Australia's most advanced approach to early education for children from birth to five years.

Our curriculum is built on contemporary research and evidence-informed practices, including:

• Circle of Security
• Abecedarian Approach
• Project-Based Learning

We believe children learn best through meaningful relationships, rich experiences, and strong partnerships with families and communities.

Why Affinity Education?

We're a values-led organisation where our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in developing careers, recognising achievements, and creating opportunities for our team to thrive.

When you join Affinity, you're not just accepting a job, you're joining a community that genuinely cares about your growth, wellbeing, and success.

Our Commitment to Child Safety

Affinity Education is a Child Safe Organisation, and the safety and wellbeing of children is our highest priority. We are committed to fostering inclusive environments where every child feels safe, respected, supported, and empowered.

We maintain a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm and are equally committed to the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of our employees and their families.

LOVE. LEARN. GROW.

Join Milestones Meridan Plains and help shape bright futures every day. Apply now.