We are seeking an experienced Lead Educator to join our very harmonious and settled 12 child nursery room at Penola Casa in Wavell Heights, Brisbane. This full-time role or 9 day flexible fortnight will be responsible for working with an experienced team to implement Reggio Emilia and Curiosity Approach inspired inquiry pedagogy and practice.

About us

Penola Casa' is a family-owned and operated 85 place exceeding rated early learning centre with an extensive waitlist and stable nursery child attendance over the course of the year (no resettling new children constantly!). We are a passionate team truly live the ethos and practice of the Reggio Emilia educational project for over 8 years. The centre and team prioritizes children rights, competency and citizenship to the heart of everything we do. We are committed to deeply embedded rituals and process based project learning facilitated by the connected relationships that underpin child safety in everything we do.



This is balanced against offering a risky outdoor play focused environment (think playing in rain, muddy puddles and tree swings!) that support the holistic development of each child. We develop our educators and team with regular in hours team meetings to communicate and collaborate, Reggio Emilia Australia paid PDs, team weekend retreats, programming time

What we offer

Competitive salary and benefits package above award

Pedagogista mentor support, study pay and birthday leave

Supportive and inclusive work setting

Discount on childcare fees for your own children

Free staff meals prepared by our talented centre cook

Employee wellbeing initiatives and social events e.g. staff retreats, nights out, birthday celebrations

First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Management certifications

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📌 Nursery Lead Educator (Queensland)
🏢 Penola Casa
📍 Queensland