We are looking for a Diploma qualified educator (or studying towards Diploma or Bachelor), to join our amazing team. If you want to be part of a passionate team and can empower your fellow Educators through your leadership, this could be the position for you!Opened in May 2023, First5Years Emerald is a new, 93-place centre, featuring 6 classrooms, an industry leading playscape, and a fabulous working environment. Our goal is to bring innovation to Early Childhood Education and Care for regional and rural families. We do this by creating the best quality environments, team culture and care. Why join our team... It''s simple, we live by the "WHY" we do what we do... Nurture, grow and support children, and each other too. We believe that a happy team means happy, thriving children, happy families and from that flows happy, enriched communities. Our values are Passionate, Empowering, and Inclusive and we live by these values each day.The Role: As a Lead Educator, you are an integral member of our early years education community, you will play a crucial role in leading our Assistant Educators and guiding children to play, learn, and grow. This role is a collaborative one, working with other Educators within your centre to observe, inform and continuously improve our educational programs on offer to children.You will prioritise the needs of the children, their safety, and ensure all learning experiences are inclusive and respond to the needs of all children. This is a permanent role, and is full time. You must hold your Diploma OR be studying towards your Diploma (with less than 6 months until completion) OR be studying your Bachelor of Education.The Team: We provide a meaningful career with the opportunity for growth and personal and professional development. Our team has a supportive and collaborative work environment, extending to outside of the workplace if you are interested in socialising. We truly believe in empowering our team to achieve in all aspects of their life, supporting personal goals as well as professional goals. Our team is our biggest asset and so are treated as such. We embody our values of Passionate, Empowering, and Inclusive at all times to ensure each day at F5Y is a rewarding one.The Benefits: An opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families. Professional and personal development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge. Competitive salary package paying 5% above award. Receive 50% off childcare gap fees. Uniforms at no cost to you. Retail discounts through our HR platform, saving you money on groceries, technology and day to day life. Team member recognition programs. Health and wellbeing programs. Onsite meals for Team Members. Relocation packages.What we do to support you:Personal and professional developmentAuthentic focus on team cultureAbove award wagesRegular recognition for your contributionBenefits such as Employee Assistance Programs and retailer discountsHealth and wellness program optionsRelocation packagesDiscounted care fees for EducatorsOnsite mealsIf you are interested in this full time, lead Educator position, we would love to hear from you!Role TypeCompany OverviewAt First 5 Years, we focus on and live by the "WHY" we do what we do. Our Team Culture is priority and we invest in our people. We believe that a a happy team means happy, thriving children and happy families. But wait, there is more....Personal Development, Recognition Programs, Above Award Wages, Employee Benefits, Health and Wellness Programs....and did we mention, Great Team Culture :-). #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Lead Educator