Scholars Consulting Pty Ltd – Merrimac QLD

Exciting Opportunity: Join Our Growing Team at Natural Elements Merrimac!

Natural Elements Early Learning & Childcare – Merrimac is a family‑focused centre offering quality care and play‑based learning for children from 6weeks to school age. Our nurturing environment encourages curiosity, outdoor exploration and holistic development. We value strong partnerships with families and a supportive, inclusive community. Natural Elements is dedicated to helping every child grow with confidence and joy.

Role Requirements

The opportunity has become available for a Lead Educator to join our energetic team. The successful candidate will need:

- a Diploma of Early Childhood Education (or equivalent)
- a current and valid Working with Children Check
- a Current First Aid CPR and emergency Asthma and Anaphylaxis training.
- experience with the NQF, NQS, & a sound knowledge of the EYLF
- an ability to interpret curriculum documents
- effective oral and written communication skills

Key Role Responsibilities

- Responsibility for the development and implementation of a kindergarten or studio program.
- Provide children with a safe, secure, welcoming and nurturing environment.
- Work collaboratively within a team to ensure the best outcomes for children and families.
- Delivery of a high quality, inclusive,



educational program.
- Participate in professional and personal development.
- Promote the service within the local community in accordance with the vision, mission and values.

Our service supports the Statement of Shared Commitment

Every Interaction counts.

Every child in our service has the right to feel safe culturally, emotionally and physically.

We recognise the critical role of early childhood educators, including teachers, in creating inclusive, culturally safe and nurturing environments filled with positive interactions that support children’s social and emotional development, stimulate learning, and allow children a sense of belonging.

Please only apply if you share this commitment to ensure that every child attending our service feels secure, secure and self-confident.

What's in it for you?

In return for your commitment to our ECEC community we will offer you:

- Above award rates for the right candidate
- Flexible working arrangements
- Ongoing career support
- Fully funded professional development support
- Fully funded First Aid & CPR
- Up to 90% discount on childcare gap fee
- Access to an external Employee Assistance Program
- A generous resourceand equipment budget with IT equipment in your studio.

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