Experienced Lead Educator - Diploma Qualified
Bambini Early Learning Centre – Hampton VIC
At Bambini Childcare Group, we believe the early years are the most important years. Our Hampton centre is a warm, play-based environment where children are known, families are partners, and educators are supported to do their best work. We're now looking for an
experienced Lead Educator
to guide a room, mentor a team, and help every child thrive.
If you're passionate about early learning, confident leading a room, and ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.
About the role
As Lead Educator, you'll take ownership of your room's program and daily rhythm, building genuine relationships with children and families while leading and supporting your co-educators. Day to day, you will:
Design and deliver an engaging, play-based program aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
Observe, document and assess children's learning to inform planning and share progress with families
Lead, mentor and support your room team, modelling best practice every day
Build warm, respectful partnerships with families and communicate openly about their child's development
Ensure the room meets National Quality Standard (NQS) requirements and maintains a safe, healthy, welcoming environment
Contribute to the centre's continuous improvement and positive team culture
About you
You're an experienced educator who leads with warmth and knows what great practice looks like. You'll bring:
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Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
(ACECQA-approved) as a minimum
Demonstrated experience as a Lead or Room Leader in a long day care setting
Strong working knowledge of the EYLF, NQS and relevant regulations
A current Working with Children Check
Current First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma training
Excellent communication skills and a genuine passion for children's learning and wellbeing
Current Police Check
National Child Safety Training – Foundation & Advanced Modules
Australian work rights are required for this position
Why Bambini
Flexible work options – we promote work/life balance
Discounted childcare (60% off)
Online learning and development programs
Above-award salary and wages for experienced staff
Full support from an established Support Office team
A fun, team-oriented and supportive work culture
Bambini is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background.
Bambini is a committed advocate for child protection, safety and wellbeing. We have zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or harm. The safety and wellbeing of children will always be our priority, and all team members are expected to embrace this shared commitment.
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📌 Experienced Lead Educator - Diploma Qualified (Melbourne)
🏢 Bambini Early Learning Centre
📍 Melbourne