Lead Educator

Childcare & Outside School Hours Care (Education & Training)

Are you a compassionate and caring Lead Educator or experienced Educator looking for the next step in your career? We are recruiting a Lead Educator to join our brand-new Childcare Centre, Aurrum Kids Toowoomba, which is due to open in August 24 You will provide leadership support in all aspects of room management for a designated room.

Our purpose-built centre, accommodating 108 children across six rooms, features several amenities for an enriching experience. It includes a welcoming entrance piazza for family and educator connections, a spacious commercial kitchen, separate sleep rooms, large Pre-Kinder and Kindergarten rooms with artelier spaces, and a versatile yard designed to suit the interests and needs of all children.

We are more excited than ever to introduce Aurrum Kids to Toowoomba

You will

• Lead and guide your team of dedicated Educators in developing and implementing innovative early years learning programs rooted in best practice techniques and centred on children’s interests
• Develop and maintain meaningful relationships with the children, families, Educators, and the wider centre community
• Provide mentorship to Educators, supporting their professional development and maintaining the provision of high-quality services
• Actively contribute to Aurrum Kids curriculum, working collaboratively with the centre management team on implementation and adoption throughout the centre
• Competitive salary package
• Paid birthday leave
• Meals and uniforms provided
• Personalised career and development plans, focused on your goals
• Work in a beautifully designed centre with state-of-the-art resources
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program to look after your wellbeing
• Professional development is encouraged and supported
• Refer a friend bonus scheme

About you

You will have experience in managing a team or providing leadership within an Educator role, and a focus on maintaining high quality across all areas of your work. You’ll be an excellent communicator and be supportive and compassionate, with a passion for leading and mentoring others to become the best Educators they can be.

Additionally, you will have:

• A Certificate III or Diploma in Children’s Services or ACECQA recognised equivalent
• A practical understanding of the Early Years Framework and National Quality Standards
• An understanding of, or willingness to learn about, the Reggio Emilia philosophy
• An up to date working with children check (WWCC) and children protection certificate, or willingness to obtain

How to apply

If you’re interested, click ‘Apply now’ to submit your resume We will be reviewing resumes as they are submitted and the advert will be closed when the role is filled, so please do apply early.

If you have any questions about the role or opportunities at Aurrum Kids, by emailing our team on careers@aurrumkids.com.au to arrange a call. 

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