Lead Educator

LABOURLENS PTY LTD

LabourLens is recruiting on behalf of My First Childcare Company Pty Ltd t/a Berowra Bungalow Early Learning for a passionate and experienced Lead Educator to join their team on a full-time basis, working 38 hours per week. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the daily activities of the assigned room, planning and implementing engaging educational and recreational programs, supporting children’s learning and development, supervising daily routines, maintaining accurate documentation, and providing guidance and support to other educators. The role requires a strong commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, nurturing and stimulating environment for children, while maintaining positive relationships with families and working collaboratively with the wider education and care team. Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents are preferred and strongly encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package plus superannuation.
• Permanent full-time position with 38 hours per week.
• Supportive and collaborative early childhood education team.
• Opportunity to take on a leadership role within the room.
• Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Positive, inclusive and nurturing workplace environment.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to children’s learning and development.

Task & responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of materials and equipment for children’s educational and recreational activities.
• Prepare, organise and conduct age-appropriate learning, play and recreational activities for children.
• Support and manage children’s behaviour while guiding their social and emotional development.
• Engage and entertain children through activities such as reading, storytelling, games and interactive play.
• Supervise children during indoor and outdoor recreational activities to ensure their safety and wellbeing.
• Supervise and support children throughout their daily routines, including meals, rest periods and transitions between activities.
• Supervise and assist with children’s hygiene and personal care requirements in accordance with centre procedures.
• Maintain a safe, positive and supportive environment that encourages children’s participation, learning and development.

Qualification & experience

• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in early childhood education and care.
• Previous experience as a Lead Educator, Room Leader or in a similar leadership role will be highly regarded.
• Sound knowledge of early childhood development, educational programming and play-based learning.
• Strong communication, organisational and team leadership skills.

About Company

My First Childcare Company Pty Ltd t/a Berowra Bungalow Early Learning is an established early childhood education and care provider in NSW. The centre is committed to providing a safe, supportive and engaging environment where children can learn, grow and develop through meaningful educational and recreational experiences. The service values quality care, positive relationships with families, teamwork and the ongoing development of its educators. This would work well in the advertisement because it sounds professional and helps sell the employer and workplace, rather than only describing the legal entity.

Work Type: Full time

Salary: $79000-85000

Job Publish: 24-09-2026

Job Expire: 24-10-2026

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