The Opportunity
Are you an experienced Lead Educator ready to step into a role where your leadership shapes not just young children, but the educators around you? Working alongside our Centre Director and Educational Leader, you’ll design and deliver high-quality, culturally responsive programs while mentoring your team to achieve their best.
Your hourly rate will be negotiated based on your qualifications and experience, plus access to our Workers Retention Payment.
We are currently seeking Lead Educators for our Ngunnawal centre and Higgins centre to work permanent full-time hours.
Please read before applying
1. This role is NOT eligible for employer-sponsored visas (visa sponsorship). You must already hold the right to work in Australia. 2. On this occasion, we are unable to accept applicants working towards their Certificate III qualification, or applicants whose only qualification is a Graduate Diploma or Masters of Teaching without the required experience (see below). 3. Our centres operate extended hours. Whilst we do our best to be flexible, candidates must be available to work opening shifts, closing shifts, or both. We are unable to accommodate school-hours-only availability.
Perks & 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 — exclusive for permanent team members.
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Flare Benefits – Unlock everyday savings, exclusive perks and benefits for real life
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Referral Bonus Scheme — earn bonuses for helping grow our amazing team.
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Uniform Allowance — full set on commencement plus annual top-ups.
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and extensive wellbeing resources— through our trusted provider Sonder.
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Excellence Awards — peer recognition for exceptional contributions.
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Onsite Flu Vaccinations.
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Professional Development & Training — ongoing growth opportunities across the Edge network.
About the Role:
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Lead & Mentor — guide and support educators, promoting professional growth and high standards of care.
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Program Development — design and evaluate specialised programs that reflect each child’s unique interests and needs.
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Safe Environments — maintain safe, hygienic, engaging spaces in line with OHS and Duty of Care standards.
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Family & Community Connections — build warm, trusting relationships with children, families and colleagues.
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Documentation — maintain accurate developmental records aligned with centre policies and national regulations.
Essential Requirements:
Qualifications
- Completed Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or recognised equivalent at Children’s Services Employee Level 4+)
OR Graduate Diploma / Masters of Teaching + the experience requirements below
Experience (within a long day care setting)
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Diploma holders: minimum 2 years’ Lead Educator experience
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Grad Dip / Masters of Teaching: 3–4 years’ Educator experience
- OR 2+ years’ Lead Educator experience in a long day care setting in Australia
Certificates & Checks
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Working with Vulnerable People (ACT), mandatory
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National Child Safety Training (GECCKO), mandatory
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First Aid & CPR (HLTAID004)
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Asthma Management Certificate
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Anaphylaxis Certificate
Ready to lead with purpose? Apply today.
Edge Early Learning is an equal opportunity employer that understands the importance of creating a diverse and inclusive work environment for our educators and families. We encourage applications from people from all ages, nationalities, abilities and cultures - including Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders people. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a barrier-free recruitment process.
