As a Lead or Assistant Educator at Charley's Place, you will be at the forefront of early childhood education, creating nurturing environments where children can learn, grow and thrive. This role is pivotal to our commitment to providing high-quality childcare and education services that support child development and family wellbeing.
Key responsibilities
Planning, implementing and evaluating curriculum-based learning experiences that promote holistic child development
Creating safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environments that encourage exploration, creativity and social interaction
Building positive relationships with children and families, fostering trust and open communication
Collaborating with colleagues to ensure consistent and cohesive approaches to childcare and education
Supporting children's emotional wellbeing and helping them develop social skills and resilience
Maintaining compliance with relevant legislation, regulations and policies and procedures
For Lead Educators: mentoring and supervising other educators, providing guidance and support to ensure quality practice
For Lead Educators: contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and supporting professional development within the service
Maintaining accurate records and communicating regularly with parents and carers about their child's progress and wellbeing
About you
A relevant Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) qualification, such as a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, Bachelor of Early Childhood Education or equivalent recognised qualification
Current Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
A genuine passion for working with young children and supporting their development
Strong communication and interpersonal skills,
with the ability to build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
Knowledge of contemporary early childhood education practices and the ability to implement play-based, child-centred approaches to learning
Demonstrated commitment to creating inclusive environments that respect and celebrate diversity
Sound organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain detailed records
Physical capability to support the active care and supervision of young children
Current First Aid and CPR certification
For Lead Educator roles: minimum of 1 year leadership experience in an early childhood education setting
Competitive above award remuneration reflecting your qualifications and experience
Government Retention
Ongoing professional development opportunities and support for further qualifications
A collaborative and supportive workplace culture that values your contributions and ideas
Access to employee assistance programmes and wellbeing initiatives
Versatile working arrangements where possible to support work-life balance
A commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where all team members feel valued and respected
About us
Charley's Place Alderley opened its doors in January 2026. At Charley's Place, we believe educators deserve to feel valued, supported, and celebrated. Our purpose-built centre has been thoughtfully designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and connection - for children and educators.
Everything we do is guided by our core values:
Play - Inspiring curiosity, imagination, and joyful learning