Lead Educator

Join Our Team at Milestones Pacific Paradise

Where Careers Flourish and Children Thrive

At Milestones Pacific Paradise, we're passionate about creating a warm, nurturing environment where children feel safe, supported, and inspired to learn every day. We're looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Diploma Qualified Educator to join our team and help shape the future of early education.

Affinity Education is a Child Safe Organisation, and child safety is our highest priority. We are committed to creating environments where children feel safe, supported, and valued.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

Affinity Advantages

Invest in Your Future

• Fully funded Certificate III and Diploma qualifications through the Affinity Learning Academy
• Scholarships available for Bachelor's and Master's Degrees in Early Childhood Education
• Ongoing professional development and leadership training opportunities
• 50% of our leadership promotions are filled from within

Enjoy Exclusive Benefits

• 50% discount on childcare fees from your very first day
• 30% discount on a 12-month membership with Goodlife Health Clubs or Fitness First
• Access wellbeing support through TELUS Health
• Bupa health insurance benefits and discounts with over 100 leading retailers

Build a Meaningful Career

• Career progression pathways into Senior Educator, Educational Leader, Centre Leadership, and operational management roles
• Work for an organisation committed to recognising, rewarding and developing its people

About Milestones Pacific Paradise

Example: Nestled in the heart of the Sunshine Coast, Milestones Pacific Paradise offers a welcoming and supportive environment where children are encouraged to explore, discover and develop a lifelong love of learning. With a passionate team, strong family connections, and engaging learning spaces, we take pride in creating meaningful experiences for every child and educator who walks through our doors.

About You

You are passionate about early childhood education and committed to creating positive learning experiences for children.

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• A Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or an ACECQA-approved qualification
• A current Working with Children Check (Blue Card) or the willingness to obtain one
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certifications (or willingness to obtain)
• A genuine passion for supporting children's growth, wellbeing and development
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A commitment to maintaining a safe, inclusive and child-focused environment

Why Affinity Education?

At Affinity, we're more than an early education provider—we're a community of passionate professionals driven by a shared purpose:

To inspire and nurture individuals to reach their full potential.

We believe our people are our greatest strength. That's why we invest in your growth, celebrate your successes, and create opportunities for you to achieve your career aspirations.

When our educators thrive, children thrive too.

Our Lifelong Learning Curriculum

Our educators are trained in the Lifelong Learning Curriculum, Australia's most advanced approach to early education for children from birth to five years.

Built on contemporary research and evidence-informed practices, our curriculum incorporates:

• Circle of Security
• Abecedarian Approach
• Project-Based Learning
• Intentional Teaching Practices

Together with families and communities, we create meaningful learning experiences that support every child's unique journey.

Our Commitment to Safety and Inclusion

Affinity Education is committed to fostering a workplace where every individual feels valued, respected and supported.

We maintain a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm and are dedicated to protecting the safety, rights and wellbeing of all children, employees and families. We celebrate diversity and are proud to create inclusive environments where everyone can belong and thrive.

A Proud Circle Back Initiative Employer

We are committed to responding to every applicant because we value the time and effort you've invested in your application.

LOVE. LEARN. GROW.

Apply today and start a career that makes a genuine difference every day.