Join our passionate team as a Lead Educator, where you’ll inspire young learners, mentor fellow educators, and help create a nurturing, high-quality learning environment where children thrive every day.

At Edge Early Learning, you’ll be part of a collaborative, growth-focused team that values leadership, innovation, and meaningful relationships.

Interstate applicants are encouraged to apply. We also welcome applications from overseas educators, with employer sponsorship considered for suitably qualified applicants who meet visa eligibility requirements.

As a Lead Educator, you’ll work closely with the Centre Director and Educational Leader to deliver engaging, play-based learning experiences while supporting and guiding your room team.

You will:

• Lead & Mentor: Support and guide educators to deliver high-quality early learning programs.
• Deliver Programs: Plan, implement and evaluate engaging learning experiences aligned to EYLF.
• Create Safe Environments: Maintain a safe, inclusive and nurturing space in line with NQS and OHS requirements.
• Build Relationships: Foster strong connections with children, families and team members.
• Document Learning: Maintain accurate observations and learning records to track each child’s development.
• Support Quality Practice: Contribute to continuous improvement and positive centre culture.

We value and invest in our educators.

Birthday Leave for permanent team members
Childcare Gap Fee Discounts (permanent employees)
Referral Bonus Scheme
Salary Sacrificing via Maxxia
Uniform Allowance + annual top-ups
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Edge Excellence Awards – peer recognition program
Onsite flu vaccinations
Ongoing professional development & training opportunities
Supportive, collaborative team culture

You are a confident and passionate educator who thrives in a leadership role within the room.

You bring:

• Early Childhood Qualification (Diploma or equivalent ACECQA approved)
• Current First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis & Asthma certification
• Foundations of Child Safety Training (mandatory)
• Strong experience in early childhood education settings
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Confidence in guiding and supporting fellow educators
• A positive, proactive and team-focused mindset

We welcome applications from across Australia and overseas.

• Employer sponsorship may be considered for suitably qualified international applicants who meet visa and registration requirements.

If you're currently living overseas or elsewhere in Australia and are looking for a long-term career with a supportive employer, we'd love to hear from you.

At Edge Early Learning, children’s safety and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating safe, nurturing environments where every child feels valued, heard and protected. All team members are expected to uphold strong safeguarding practices and contribute to a culture of safety every day.

If you’re ready to grow your career, support a strong team culture, and make a meaningful difference in early childhood education, apply today and join Edge Early Learning.