Lead Educator

Joinourteam at Milestones Early Learning The Lakes Affinity Education is a Child Safe Organisation, and child safety is our highest priority. We are committed to creating environments where children feel safe, supported, and valued. Affinity Education Advantages Enjoy a 50% discount on childcare fees starting from day one. Access fully funded Diploma and Certificate III courses in Early Childhood Education and Care through our Affinity Learning Academy. Apply for scholarships for Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees in Early Childhood Education. Take advantage of extensive training and development opportunities, with 50% of promotions coming from within. Advance your career towards a role in senior educational roles or operational management. Receive a 30% discount on a 12-month membership with Goodlife or Fitness First. Benefit from wellbeing initiatives with partners like TELUS Health, Bupa insurance benefit, and discounts at over 100 retailers. About the Centre: Located near the heart of Townsville in West End, Milestones The Lakes is a welcoming early learning centre where children aged 0-5 can grow, play, and thrive in a nurturing, supportive environment. Families love our calm, community-focused setting and the way our passionate educators bring care and joy into each child’s day. Our centre features thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor learning spaces, including a large playground that invites children to explore, discover, and develop new skills. With fresh, healthy meals prepared onsite and a warm team that truly gets to know each family, your child will feel right at home. We proudly deliver the Lifelong Learning Curriculum, Australia’s most advanced approach to early childhood education, alongside a government-approved kindy program that builds confidence and readiness for school. Our strong links with local schools and community groups help foster a sense of belonging from day one. About you: Hold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or ACECQA approved equivalentBachelor’s degree A current Working with Children’s Check or willing to obtain Current first aid certificate (including asthma and anaphylactic training) or willing to obtain A strong commitment to fostering the growth and development of young minds Why work for Affinity Education? Join our values-driven organisation, where incredible people make a genuine difference. Our mission is to inspire and nurture individuals to reach their full potential. It isn’t just about what we do for children, it’s about what we do for our team, too. Affinity allows our people to shine – so we can deliver the best in early education Our Curriculum: Our educators and teachers are trained and accredited in the Lifelong Learning Curriculum which is Australia’s most advanced approach to early education for children from birth to age five. It is based on the belief that learning and development occurs most successfully when supported by nurturing and engaged educators, in partnership with families and communities. This curriculum draws on the best models of early education, contemporary research and evidence informed practices such as Circle of Security, Abecedarian, and Project Based learning. Our Safety Commitment At Affinity Education Group, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual is treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to upholding the safety, rights and wellbeing of all children and promote a culture of child safety with a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm. Our Safety Commitment also prioritises the safety, rights, and wellbeing of our employees and their families. We are a 2024 Circle back Initiative Employer. We are committed to responding to every applicant. LOVE. LEARN. GROW. Apply now #J-18808-Ljbffr