Lead Educator (Fixed Term – Maternity Leave) – Follyfoot Farm Juniors by Busy Bees Lead Educator – Follyfoot Farm Juniors by Busy Bees Contract Type: Fixed Term – Maternity Leave Licensed Capacity: 81 places Location: 98–112 Old Chittaway Road, Fountaindale NSW 2258 Hourly Rate: $33.00–$37.54 (WT 4A.1 to 4.3) Follyfoot Farm Juniors by Busy Bees is a welcoming, nature-rich early learning centre with 81 licensed places , located in the beautiful community of Fountaindale, NSW . We are seeking a passionate and experienced Lead Educator to join our team on a fixed-term maternity leave contract . This is an excellent opportunity for a confident educator who thrives in a leadership role and values collaboration, professional growth, and high-quality education. About the Role In this role, you will: Lead the delivery of engaging, play-based programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) Mentor and guide educators to ensure high-quality practice Build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues Support and oversee documentation, observations, learning plans, and assessments Maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment Contribute to the service’s ongoing commitment to meeting NQS and Busy Bees quality standards Bring initiative, leadership, and a commitment to continuous improvement What You’ll Need To succeed in this role, you will need: Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (ACECQA-approved) Proven experience in a Lead Educator or senior educator role Valid NSW Working with Children Check (Employee) Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis Child Protection / Mandatory Reporting certification Excellent understanding of EYLF and NQS Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills Australian working rights Key Benefits As a permanent employee on a fixed-term contract, you will enjoy: Hourly Rate: $33.00–$37.54 Up to 50% childcare discount Laundry allowance Uniform allowance Access to the Busy Bees Learning Platform Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Professional development and career progression pathways Opportunities to grow within a global early-learning organisation Why Join Follyfoot Farm Juniors by Busy Bees? You’ll join a supportive, passionate team who value high-quality education and nurturing environments. Our beautiful location offers natural play spaces, strong community connections, and the resources you need to succeed as a leader. Apply Now If you are an enthusiastic and experienced Lead Educator looking for a meaningful fixed-term role, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and join us at Follyfoot Farm Juniors by Busy Bees. Why Work for Busy Bees? If you’re passionate about early learning, Busy Bees is the place to be. Although we are part of a global organisation, our company was founded by three families looking for better, more enriching childcare. Three decades later, we still keep the same values at heart. We know that we couldn’t do what we do without the important people in our teams. We invest in our people and work with them to build career pathways that inspire.
