Lead Educator

Lead Educator – Junior Kindy

Milestones Early Learning Cooroy - Potential Sponsorship Opportunities available 

Join our warm, community-connected team in the heart of Cooroy, where relationships with families are strong, the pace is personal, and your leadership will truly make a difference.

At Milestones Cooroy, we’re proud to be part of a regional town that values connection, kindness and belonging. Our centre is known for its supportive culture, experienced team, and genuine passion for creating meaningful learning environments for children and educators alike. This is your opportunity to lead our Junior Kindy room, guiding curious young minds during one of the most exciting stages of their development.

Why you’ll love this role

Lead your own Junior Kindy room with autonomy and support
Join a close-knit, welcoming team that celebrates each other
Be part of a centre with a strong local community presence
Make a meaningful impact in a smaller, relationship-focused setting

Affinity Advantages

50% discount on childcare fees from day one
Fully funded Certificate III and Diploma qualifications through our Affinity Learning Academy
Scholarships available for a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education
Career progression pathways with 50% of roles filled internally
Ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities
30% discount on Goodlife or Fitness First memberships
Wellbeing support, including TELUS Health, Bupa benefits, and retailer discounts

About you

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA-approved equivalent)
Current Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain)
First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certification (or willingness to obtain)
A nurturing leadership style and passion for early education
Commitment to supporting children’s development and building strong family relationships

Why work for Affinity?
At Affinity, we’re a values-led organisation where people truly matter. We invest in our teams so they can thrive, grow and shine—because when our educators feel supported, children receive the very best start in life.

Our Curriculum
Our Lifelong Learning Curriculum is Australia’s most advanced approach to early education, blending research-informed practices including Circle of Security, Abecedarian, and Project-Based Learning. We believe children learn best through strong relationships—with educators, families and their community.

Our Safety Commitment
Affinity is a Child Safe Organisation, and child safety is our highest priority. We are committed to protecting the safety, rights and well-being of all children and creating environments where they feel safe, supported and valued.
We also foster an inclusive workplace where every team member is respected and supported.

LOVE. LEARN. GROW. Apply now and become a valued leader in our Cooroy community.