Here’s the opportunity: Work with passionate Educators and a supportive Centre Manager as you: Access great resources in fantastic learning spaces Share children’s milestones and “wow” moments with their families Bring our unique To BE Me Guardian learning program to life Engage in ongoing learning and development with an incredible team As a Lead Educator with us, you’ll: Thrive in a structured, well-supported environment with our Thrive room framework Grow your career with professional development, mentoring, and leadership pathways Work in beautifully designed environments that inspire creativity and engagement Benefit from the 10% Government Funded Wage Increase NOW , with 5% more in December Enjoy above award pay , professional recognition, and unique employee perks The Centre: Opening early 2026, Guardian Cooranbong will offer a new standard in early childhood education and care, featuring a brand-new centre with inspiring learning spaces, a passionate team, and a strong focus on quality and community. If you're ready to run your own centre that is a ‘home away from home’, your journey begins here. What You’ll Bring: A Diploma or above in Early Childhood Education (or working towards a Diploma or tertiary degree in Early Childcare) Must have availability to work from 6:30 am-6:30 pm on a rotating roster A current Working with Children Check (NSW) Ideally: Child Protection Certificate Food Safety Certificate 2–3 years’ experience in a Lead Educator or similar role Apply Now Ready to take the next step in your early childhood career? Apply now and join the team at Guardian. Guardian Childcare & Education values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress. We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection. At Guardian Childcare & Education, children's safety and wellbeing are our top priority. We have zero tolerance for any form of abuse or harm. We rigorously screen all potential team members, requiring a 10-year verifiable resume, 5 years of direct manager references, and other security checks to ensure they meet our high standards. *for those who have not been in employment that long, these expectations will be adjusted Your CV for this application MUST have all 10 years of Career history included (if you do not have any 10-year work history, please let us know or state this in your CV) Ability to supply references of Managers from your 5-year work history.
