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Lead Educator

Guardian Childcare & Education
$59,676 - $75,563 a year
Melbourne, Victoria
Full time
1 day ago
  • A supportive centre manager and team!
  • Career Pathways and Progression - we are all for internal promotion!
  • Great referral bonuses + 10% bonus + Lead allowance...along with great pay!

Take the Lead at Guardian Ascot Vale

Your passion for supporting children as they grow, learn, and explore is exactly what we need at Guardian Ascot Vale. We’re seeking a Diploma-qualified Lead Educator (or working towards) to join our vibrant team and help create safe, inspiring environments where children thrive.

As Lead Educator, you’ll guide and support your team’s teaching practice, build strong relationships with families, and bring our play-based curriculum to life. You’ll also help shape innovative programs that prepare children for school and beyond.

Why Guardian Ascot Vale?
  • Purpose-built centre with state-of-the-art learning spaces
  • Collaborative, inclusive team culture with internal career progression
  • Professional learning programs and mentorship
  • Generous benefits:
    • Competitive salary + separate Lead Educator allowance
    • 10% bonus (5% in December 2025)
    • Childcare discounts
    • Paid first aid training
    • Access to WHEREFIT – 2,000+ fitness & lifestyle deals
What We’re Looking For:
  • Completed (or working towards) Diploma in Children’s Services
  • Full-time availability is needed (Monday to Friday)...but no overtime!
  • Working knowledge of NQF and EYLF
  • WWCC (Working with Children Check)
  • Must be Australian Citizen, PR, or eligible visa holder can be considered depending on visa expiry and visa type (no sponsorship provided)
At Guardian, we value internal promotions – perform well and there are clear paths into management roles.
Ready to grow your career? Apply now and help us shape the future of early childhood education at Guardian Ascot Vale.

Referrals
We offer referrals for Guardian employees so join us and bring a friend to refer and earn. For more details, visit: guardian.edu.au/careers/refer-your-friends

Guardian Childcare & Education values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress.


We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.


At Guardian Childcare & Education, children's safety and wellbeing are our top priority. We have zero tolerance for any form of abuse or harm. We rigorously screen all potential team members, requiring a 10-year verifiable resume, 5 years of direct manager references, and other security checks to ensure they meet our high standards.

*for those who have not been in employment that long, these expectations will be adjusted

  • Your CV for this application MUST have all 10 years of Career history included (if you do not have any 10-year work history, please let us know or state this in your CV)
  • Ability to supply references of Managers from your 5-year work history.
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