Lead Educator

JoinourteaminMilestones Early Learning Gympie South We are seeking a confident and passionate Lead Educator who can work both independently and as part of a supportive, collaborative team. If you are a qualified Lead educator with strong leadership qualities and a genuine commitment to children's learning and wellbeing, then we want to hear from you. In this role you will Lead the planning, documentation and implementation of engaging learning experiences aligned with EYLF. Work independently with confidence while also contributing meaningfully to a cohesive team while building warm, respectful relationships with children, families and colleagues. Affinity Education Group is a Child Safe organisation, where child safety is our highest priority. We are committed to creating environments where children feel safe, supported, and valued. Affinity Advantages Enjoy a 50% discount on childcare fees starting from day one. 10% Work Retention Payment for all employees, increasing to 15% in December 2025. 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: Milestones Early Learning Gympie South Centre are diverse, passionate team of educators who prioritise creating a warm, fun, and supportive environment for both children and their families. The Centre is committed to nurturing not just the children but also supporting families as a whole, ensuring a truly inclusive and community-focused experience. 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 Group? 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 Education Group 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