- Salary Packaging Opportunities
- School Term Operation
- Generous programming and planning time

McArthur Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced and passionate Diploma Qualified Early Childhood Educator to step into an Educational Leader position within a small, inclusive preschool in Lakemba.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an educator who wants to take a leadership role in pedagogy, mentor a supportive team and contribute to high-quality outcomes for children and families.

About the Role

As the Educational Leader, you will:

- Lead and influence pedagogical practice across the service
- Mentor and support educators to build confidence and capability
- Drive reflective practice and continuous improvement
- Support the development of high-quality, play-based programs
- Work collaboratively with allied health professionals and external stakeholders
- Support inclusive practice for children with high support learning needs
- Contribute to compliance, documentation and continuous improvement
- Build strong, respectful relationships with children, families and colleagues
- Act as Responsible Person when required

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

- NFP salary packaging opportunities
- Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm
- Permanent, full-time position
- Generous programming and planning time
- Above-regulatory ratio requirements
- Professional development and career progression opportunities
- Annual performance reviews




- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- NSW school-term operation, with school holidays dedicated to planning, professional learning, reflection and team development

What We're Looking For

You will ideally have

- A Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
- Experience applying the National Quality Framework
- Robust knowledge of the EYLF, NQS, National Law and Regulations
- Experience mentoring or guiding educators
- A strong understanding of inclusive and culturally responsive practice
- Experience supporting children with high support learning needs
- Confidence with documentation, compliance and continuous improvement
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certificates

You will also require a current Working with Children Check, National Police Check and NDIS Workers Check, or eligibility to obtain these.

About the Opportunity

This is an excellent prospect to join a small, inclusive preschool where relationships, reflection and quality practice are at the heart of the service.

If you're ready to step into a leadership role where your ideas, experience and passion for early childhood education will genuinely make an impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now through McArthur Recruitment, or contact our Early Childhood Education team for a confidential discussion.

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📌 Educational Leader Required (Lakemba)
🏢 Mcarthur
📍 Lakemba