Childcare Educator & Lead Educator

Lead Educator
Sparrow Early Learning Mount Samson
Part-time Position

We are looking for someone who: 

• Has a true passion for Early Childhood Education & Care
• Has a vibrant energy and is an uplifting team player.
• Is looking for a fun and meaningful career within a Nursery setting.

About the Roles:

As a Lead Educator you will work closely with our Leadership Team and lead your team to create and deliver educational programs and practices that supports children’s learning and development.  You will build relationships with our children, their families and your team of educators.

Sparrow Early Learning Mount Samson is location 5 minutes from Strathpine and Carseldine,  30 minutes from Aspley, Chermside, Zillmere, Sandgate, Ferny Grove and North Lakes.  Our centre is situated next to the local, Mount Samson State School and has easy parking.  We have inviting learning spaces that focus on relationships, connections and scaffolded learning for all as well as authentic experiences and memories for children.
What you’ll need:

• Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education & Care
• Experience with 0-2 year old children.
• Minimum 1 years experience in a current Lead Educator role
• Strong knowledge & understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards,
• Current and Valid Working with Children Check
• First Aid and CPR certificates including Asthma and Anaphylaxis training.

The Sparrow Benefits:

• Financial Satisfaction:  We pay above Award rate.
• Generous incentives:  95% Childcare Discount for all staff, Paid Birthday leave, access to rewarding Referral Programs.
• Continuous Learning:  We’ re here to help you thrive.  Your satisfaction and progression is our priority.  Expand your knowledge at any time through The Learning Studio, our online learning platform.
• Recognition:  We reward for outstanding efforts with our monthly National and Service based recognition programs
• Support:  You’ll received support from within the Service as well as from the state leadership team and the National Support Office.
• Culture:  We are more than a workplace. When joining Sparrow, you will become part of the family. We nurture a warm and inclusive culture where everybody feels valued and finds joy in coming to work each day.

At Sparrow Early Learning we are a professional early childhood education team dedicated to creating quality, child-led learning programs where children feel valued and safe. Our guiding principles are to Inspire, Nurture and Grow. We adopt a holistic approach to children’s learning through our Reggio Emilia inspired environments, rituals, and experiences.

We review applications as they are submitted. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage of the process.  Apply Online NOW!!!
At Sparrow, we are an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment.