Preschool Room Lead Educator - Diploma Qualified

Preschool Room Lead Educator – Diploma Qualified

Golden Wattle Early Education | Ultimo, NSW | Full-Time

Golden Wattle Early Education is seeking an experienced and passionate Preschool Room Lead Educator to lead our 3–5-year-old learning environment.

This position is ideal for a confident and capable educator who understands preschool children, can lead a team effectively, and is committed to creating a safe, engaging and well-organised room.

About the role

As the Preschool Room Lead Educator, you will:

• Lead the daily operation, routines and transitions of the preschool room

• Guide and support educators to maintain consistent, high-quality practices

• Plan and implement an engaging, play-based educational program aligned with the EYLF

• Support children’s school readiness, independence and social-emotional development

• Ensure documentation, observations and learning experiences are meaningful and current

• Build warm, professional relationships with children and families

• Maintain strong supervision, health, safety and child-protection practices

• Work collaboratively with the Centre Director, Educational Leader and leadership team

• Support continuous improvement and preparation for assessment and rating

Essential requirements

Applicants must have:

• An approved Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, or an ACECQA-recognised equivalent

• At least five years' experience working with children aged 3-5, including substantial experience as a Room Leader

• Strong knowledge of the EYLF, National Quality Standard and relevant regulations

• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach and hold a room team accountable

• Excellent programming, documentation and time-management skills

• A current NSW Working with Children Check

• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications

• Current Child Protection and Safety training

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Full Australian working rights

We are looking for someone who is

• Warm, nurturing and genuinely passionate about early childhood education

• Confident in leading a preschool room and setting clear expectations

• Reliable, organised and proactive

• Calm and professional when managing challenging situations

• Able to balance high-quality education with strong daily routines and compliance

• Committed to long-term professional growth and becoming a valued member of our centre community

About Golden Wattle

Golden Wattle Early Education is a welcoming early learning centre located in Ultimo, close to UTS, Central Station and Broadway. We value meaningful learning, strong family partnerships, regular community excursions and a supportive team culture.

How to apply

Please email your résumé and a brief cover letter outlining your experience leading a room for children aged 3–5 years to:

••••@goldenwattleearlyedu.com.au

Only applicants who meet the essential qualification and experience requirements will be considered.

Golden Wattle Early Education is committed to child safety. All applicants will be required to demonstrate their understanding of child-safe practices and complete the necessary employment screening and reference checks.