Golden Wattle Early Education – Sydney CBD NSW

Golden Wattle Early Education | Ultimo, NSW | Full-Time

Golden Wattle Early Education is seeking an experienced and passionate Preschool Room Lead Educator to lead our 3–5-year-old learning setting.

This position is ideal for a confident and capable educator who understands preschool children, can lead a team effectively, and is committed to creating a safe, engaging and well-organised room.

Preschool Room Lead Educator – Diploma Qualified

Golden Wattle Early Education | Ultimo, NSW | Full time

Golden Wattle Early Education is seeking an experienced and passionate Preschool Room Lead Educator to lead our 3–5-year-old learning environment.

This position is ideal for a confident and capable educator who understands preschool children, can lead a team effectively, and is committed to creating a safe, engaging and well-organised room.

About the role

As the Preschool Room Lead Educator, you will:

- Lead the daily operation, routines and transitions of the preschool room

- Guide and support educators to maintain consistent, high-quality practices

- Plan and implement an engaging, play-based educational program aligned with the EYLF

- Support children’s school readiness, independence and social-emotional development

- Ensure documentation, observations and learning experiences are meaningful and current

- Build warm, professional relationships with children and families

- Maintain strong supervision, health, safety and child-protection practices

- Work collaboratively with the Centre Director, Educational Leader and leadership team

- Support continuous improvement and preparation for assessment and rating

Essential requirements





Applicants must have:

- An approved Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, or an ACECQA-recognised equivalent

- At least five years' experience working with children aged 3-5, including substantial experience as a Room Leader

- Robust knowledge of the EYLF, National Quality Standard and relevant regulations

- Demonstrated ability to lead, coach and hold a room team accountable

- Excellent programming, documentation and time-management skills

- A current NSW Working with Children Check

- Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications

- Current Child Protection and Safety training

- Strong written and verbal communication skills

- Full Australian working rights

We are looking for someone who is

- Warm, nurturing and genuinely passionate about early childhood education

- Confident in leading a preschool room and setting clear expectations

- Reliable, organised and proactive

- Calm and professional when managing challenging situations

- Able to balance high-quality education with strong daily routines and compliance

- Committed to long-term professional growth and becoming a valued member of our centre community

About Golden Wattle

Golden Wattle Early Education is a welcoming early learning centre located in Ultimo, close to UTS, Central Station and Broadway. We value meaningful learning, strong family partnerships, regular community excursions and a supportive team culture.

Golden Wattle Early Education is committed to child safety. All applicants will be required to demonstrate their understanding of child-safe practices and complete the necessary employment screening and reference checks.

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📌 Preschool Room Lead Educator - Diploma Qualified (City of Sydney)
🏢 Golden Wattle Early Education
📍 City of Sydney