We're looking for an experienced, passionate Lead Educator to join the Edge Early Learning family. If you love inspiring children, mentoring educators, and being part of a centre that genuinely invests in its people — this is the role for you.
?? Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must hold full working rights in Australia.
Why Edge? We Offer Cutting-Edge Benefits:
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Birthday Leave: A paid day off to celebrate you (permanent team members)
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Childcare Gap Fee Discounts: available for permanent team members.
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Referral Bonus Scheme: Rewarding you for helping us grow our team.
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FLARE benefits and discounts
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Uniform Allowance: Receive a full uniform set and annual top-ups.
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through our trusted provider.
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Employee Peer Recognition Program: Edge Excellence Awards
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Onsite Flu Vaccinations.
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Professional Development & Training Opportunities.
About the Role:
Working alongside the Centre Director and Educational Leader, you'll bring creativity, warmth, and strong leadership to every day:
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Lead and Mentor: Inspire and support your team, driving professional growth and high standards of care
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Design Learning Experiences: Plan and evaluate culturally responsive programs that honour each child's unique interests and needs
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Champion Safety: Uphold a safe, hygienic, and stimulating environment in line with OHS and Duty of Care standards
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Build Belonging: Cultivate genuine relationships with children, families, and colleagues so every child feels truly valued
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Document & Reflect: Maintain meaningful, accurate records of children's development aligned with national regulations
What You’ll Bring:
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An Early Childhood qualification recognised at Children's Services Employee Level 4 or higher
- Current First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis, and Asthma Management certifications
- Foundations of Child Safety Training — mandatory prior to commencement
- Solid experience in early childhood, with strong administrative and time management skills
- Excellent communication skills — warm, clear, and effective with children and adults alike ? Proven leadership ability and the drive to set the standard every day
- Full working rights in Australia (visa sponsorship is not available for this role)
Ready to take the next step in your early childhood education career? Apply today and join Edge Early Learning in making a lasting difference in the lives of young learners!
Child Safety at Edge Early Learning
At Edge Early Learning, children’s safety and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating safe, nurturing environments where every child feels valued, heard, and protected. Our team upholds the highest standards of care and is dedicated to safeguarding children through vigilant practices, ongoing training, and strong, supportive relationships. All Edge employees undergo relevant safety checks and are expected to champion our culture of child safety every day.
