Employment Opportunity
Chief Executive’s Office / St Peter’s Child Care Centre & Preschool
Team Leader, Educator
- Build relationships with families supporting the growth and education of young children.
- Contribute to a caring and supportive learning environment for children.
- 1 x Rostered Day Off each month
Annual salary of $80148.29 + Statutory Superannuation
The St Peters Child Care Centre & Preschool is a welcoming, inclusive and high-performing service, proudly recognised as one of South Australia's leading early learning centres and currently ranked one of the top 5 Centres in the State. We are committed to delivering exceptional early education and care through a nurturing, play-based learning environment where children are encouraged to explore, discover and thrive.
Our Centre is equally committed to our people. We foster a collaborative and supportive workplace where Educators are valued, encouraged to grow professionally and empowered to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and their families. If you are passionate about early childhood education and want to be part of a team that strives for excellence while genuinely caring for one another, we would love to hear from you.
The Role
The Team Leader, Educator works collaboratively with the Director, Team Leaders and Educators to provide high-quality education and care to children in a supportive, nurturing and secure environment. The Team Leader, Educator is responsible for the development, delivery and evaluation of education and learning programs for these children.
This hands-on position works in consultation with team members and families to document and assess children’s learning and to develop learning outcomes using the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).
About You
To be successful in this position you will have a passion for working with children and their families, be committed to providing the highest-quality care and education and possess the following skills and experience:
- A Diploma of Children’s Services or higher qualification (Essential)
- Certificate of Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting - HLTAID012 (Essential)
- CPR Certificate (Essential)
- A Mandated Notification Certificate (Essential)
- Knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework
- Knowledge of Quality Improvement Plans and reflective practice
- Excellent communication and service skills
- Ability to work well within a collaborative team environment
Benefits
- Join a value-based organisation
- One (1) Rostered-Day-Off each month
- Training and professional development opportunities
- Study assistance
- Confidential & free access to the Employee Assistance Program 24/7
- Healthy Lifestyles Program
- Income protection (illness, accident & injury)
How to Apply
For more information, a copy of the job description is provided below.
Specific enquiries may be directed to the Council’s Director, St Peters Child Care Centre & Preschool, Michaela Gardner on 8362 1843.
Applications close at 9am on Monday, 3 August 2026. Please submit your application as soon as possible, as suitable candidates may be shortlisted and interviewed prior to the closing date.
