Job Description

Join Explorers Early Learning atWerribeeas aLead Educatorand help inspire a love of learning through our Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum.You’lllead your room with confidence, create warm and engaging environments, and support your team to deliver exceptional early learning experiences where children feel safe, supported, and curious.

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Lead with Excellence:Champion high-quality practice through our Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum, guiding your team to deliver meaningful learning experiences.

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Build Connections:Form strong, lasting relationships with children, families, and your fellow educators, becoming a trusted leader in their early learning journey.

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Celebrate Milestones:Share in – and help shape – each child’s growth, development, and achievements.

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Foster Wonder:Create a safe, nurturing, and inspiring space where creativity, curiosity, and discovery can flourish.

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- ACECQA-approved qualification (Diploma or higher)
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- Passion for working with Children under 3 years old
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- Strong commitment to child safety and wellbeing
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- Current First Aid, Asthma & Anaphylaxis certifications
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- Working with Children Check, Mandatory Reporting& National Child Safety Training completion
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- Australian working rights
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At Explorers Early Learning, thisisn’tjust another job in childcare.It’sthe beginning of a career with a founder-driven, women-ledorganisationcreated to raise the standard of early learning in Australia. When Lynda Salvo founded Explorers in 2004, her mission was simple but powerful:



to buildcentreswhere children and educators could thrive together. That same mission continues today, with every decision focused on investing in the people who bring ourcentresto life.

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Explorersisdesigned around people first, with a culture where belonging and joy are as essential as curriculum. Here,you’llfind mentoring, leadership development, and the encouragement to stretch into new opportunities.It’snot just about compliance or ticking boxes;it’sabout giving you the tools, trust, and community to grow into the educator and leader you want to be.

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- A career pathway, not just a role- with leadership programs, mentoring, and funded professional development.
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- A thriving peer community- collaborative, passionate, and connected across ourcentres.
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- A values-driven culture- where curiosity, creativity, and care are celebrated every day.
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- A joyful environment- where children’s wonder inspires your own.
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Here,you’renot just shaping children’s futures.You’reshaping your own - with the best opportunities to grow, belong, and lead in early education.

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We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of any age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, religion,ethnicityand culture.

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Explorers Early Learning is a child-safeorganisation. We are committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and expect all team members to uphold our child-protected responsibilities.

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Build your career with Explorers. The future starts here.

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T&Cs; apply.

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📌 Lead Educator (Melbourne)
🏢 Explorers Early Learning
📍 Melbourne