The Trustee for Lead Early Learning Centres Trust – St Ives NSW

Experienced Assistant Educator Early Childhood Education

LEAD Early Learning Centres | St Ives

Are you an experienced educator looking for a workplace where your skills, ideas and contribution are genuinely valued?

LEAD Early Learning Centres is seeking an experienced, passionate and highly motivated Assistant Educator to join our exceptional St Ives team.

We are proudly:

- Rated Exceeding the National Quality Standard
- 2026 Local Business Awards Finalist
- 15 finalist nominations in the 2026 Australian Early Childhood Education Excellence Awards

We’re looking for an educator who already has strong experience within the early childhood sector and is ready to bring their knowledge, confidence and passion to a high-quality service.

About the Role

As an Experienced Assistant Educator, you’ll work collaboratively with our Room Leaders, Educational Leader and management team to provide exceptional education and care.

You will:

- Build strong, meaningful relationships with children and families
- Support the delivery of engaging and intentional learning experiences
- Contribute to observations, documentation and educational programming
- Maintain high standards of active supervision and child safety
- Support routines, transitions and the daily operation of your room
- Contribute ideas and initiative to continually improve practice
- Work collaboratively and positively with your team
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of the EYLF and National Quality Standard
- Be a positive role model and contribute to our culture of excellence

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who:

- Has demonstrated experience working in an early childhood education and care setting




- Holds a Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
- Has a strong understanding of the EYLF, NQS and child-safe practices
- Is confident in active supervision and maintaining safe environments
- Is reliable, professional and takes initiative
- Builds genuine relationships with children, families and colleagues
- Is confident contributing to programming and documentation
- Works effectively within a collaborative team
- Is passionate about providing high-quality learning experiences
- Holds a current Working With Children Check

Why You’ll Love LEAD

We believe experienced educators deserve to work somewhere that recognises their contribution and supports their continued growth.

At LEAD, you’ll enjoy:

- Genuine opportunities for career progression and leadership
- Extensive professional development, mentoring and paid training
- Dedicated Educational Leader and programming support
- Beautiful purpose-built learning environments with premium resources
- Reggio Emilia-inspired educational practices
- A supportive and approachable leadership team
- Staff wellbeing initiatives and appreciation events
- Team celebrations throughout the yearDiscounted childcare for permanent employees
- Excursions, community events and cutting-edge educational initiatives
- A positive workplace culture where kindness, respect and teamwork come first

Why LEAD?

At LEAD, excellence is our everyday standard.

Our Exceeding rating and industry recognition reflect the dedication of our educators and our commitment to providing exceptional outcomes for children and families.

We’re looking for an experienced educator who wants more than simply another childcare job.

We want someone who wants to contribute, grow, be recognised and become an important part of our team.

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📌 Assistant Educator (Ku-ring-gai Council)
🏢 The Trustee for Lead Early Learning Centres Trust
📍 Ku-ring-gai Council