Educational Leader – Busy Bees at Springfield Lakes
Permanent Full-Time | $38.09–$39.20/hr | Springfield Lakes, QLD
At Busy Bees at Springfield Lakes, we believe every child deserves the best start in life — and that starts with exceptional educators. Our 75-place centre offers thoughtfully designed learning environments and engaging outdoor spaces including bike tracks, sandpits, bush tucker gardens, and more to spark curiosity and creativity.
We’re looking for a Diploma or Bachelor-qualified Educational Leader to champion our curriculum and guide our passionate team of educators.
Why Join Our Hive?
- Competitive pay: $38.09–$39.20 per hour
- Supportive leadership and collaborative team culture
- Uniform & laundry allowance
- Discounted childcare fees for permanent staff
- Ongoing professional development and leadership growth opportunities
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Be part of a global organisation with a strong local focus
What You’ll Need:
- Diploma or Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (or ACECQA-approved equivalent)
- Valid Working With Children Check (or ability to obtain)
- First Aid certificate including asthma and anaphylaxis training
- In-depth knowledge of the EYLF and NQS
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills
- Experience in curriculum development, program evaluation, and team collaboration
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Bonus if You Have:
- Previous experience as an Educational Leader or in a mentoring role
- Confidence using documentation and planning tools
- Knowledge of National Law and Regulations
- A passion for inclusive, child-led education
Not a Perfect Match? Apply Anyway!
If you’re passionate, driven, and ready to lead — we want to hear from you. This is your chance to grow in a supportive environment that values professional reflection and innovation.
Click "Apply Now" to submit your resume via our internal careers portal.
We can’t wait to welcome you to our Hive at Springfield Lakes!
Why Work for Busy Bees?
If you’re passionate about early learning, Busy Bees is the place to be. Although we are part of a global organisation, our company was founded by three families looking for better, more enriching childcare. Three decades later, we still keep the same values at heart.
If you’re passionate about early learning, Busy Bees is the place to be. Although we are part of a global organisation, our company was founded by three families looking for better, more enriching childcare. Three decades later, we still keep the same values at heart.
We know that we couldn’t do what we do without the important people in our teams. We invest in our people and work with them to build career pathways that inspire.