Lead a Room. Inspire a Team. Make Every Day Count.

Are you an experienced Diploma-qualified educator ready to lead with confidence? Join Journey Early Learning Gumdale and play a key role in creating meaningful learning experiences while supporting and mentoring a team of passionate educators.

Working alongside a supportive leadership team, you'll lead your room with confidence, build strong relationships with children and families, and help create an environment where everyone can thrive.

Permanent Part-Time | 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday

- Leading and supporting a collaborative team of educators
- Creating engaging, high-quality learning experiences aligned with the EYLF
- Building meaningful relationships with children, families, and the wider centre community
- Supporting children’s learning, wellbeing, and development through responsive practice
- Mentoring educators and contributing to a positive team culture
- Contributing to Storypark documentation and children’s learning journeys
- Maintaining a safe, inclusive, and inspiring learning environment

What We Offer

- Educator Worker Retention Payments (EWRP) Paid Weekly
- Paid Birthday Leave & Anniversary Recognition
- Access to Journey Academy & ongoing professional development
- Mental Health First Aid & Employee Assistance Program
- Retail and lifestyle discounts
- High-quality environments and supportive leadership

You are a nurturing and motivated educator who enjoys leading by example and supporting others to grow.

You’ll bring:





- ACECQA-recognised Diploma in Early Childhood Education
- Must have completed National Child Safety Training
- Experience as a Lead Educator, or confidence stepping into leadership
- Solid understanding of child development and play-based learning
- A positive, calm, and collaborative leadership style
- Confidence building strong relationships with families and teams
- Current First Aid, Asthma & Anaphylaxis certificates
- Experience with Storypark or similar platforms (desirable)

Journey Early Learning Gumdale is a large, established service operating across three hubs, offering strong peer support, shared resources, and collaborative leadership. Our centre is known for its welcoming culture, high‑quality learning environments, and strong community connections. With spacious indoor and outdoor play areas and an on‑site chef, Gumdale provides an enriching space for both children and educators to thrive.

At Journey, we invest in our people through meaningful support, mentoring, and development opportunities. You’ll have access to professional learning, leadership support, and career pathways designed to help you thrive.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding

At Journey Early Learning, the safety and wellbeing of every child is our highest priority. We are committed to safeguarding children through our See, Act, Tell framework, ensuring every child feels safe, secure, and protected every day.

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📌 Lead Educator (Brisbane)
🏢 Journey Early Learning
📍 Brisbane