Lead Educator | Junior Kindy | Gumdale

A Fresh Leadership Team. A Room to Make Your Own. Your Next Step with Journey.

Journey Early Learning Gumdale is looking for a Diploma-qualified Lead Educator to lead our Junior Kindy 2 room, supporting children aged 2–3 years .

With a strong current leadership team in place, it’s an exciting time to join Gumdale. You’ll have the support to bring your ideas, build a positive room culture and create meaningful learning experiences for children during an important stage of their development.

Permanent Position | Monday to Friday | 37.5 hours per week

Why Join Journey?

$1,000 sign-on bonus*

Support from a strong new leadership team

Genuine professional development and leadership growth

Journey Academy, mentoring and ongoing learning

Educator Worker Retention Payments (EWRP), paid weekly

Paid birthday leave & anniversary recognition

Employee Assistance Program

️ Retail and lifestyle discounts

Career pathways across the wider Journey network

✨ Lead Our Junior Kindy 2 Room

Working with our 2–3-year-olds , you’ll lead a team to create a nurturing and engaging environment that supports growing independence, confidence and curiosity.

You’ll:
Lead, mentor and support your team of educators

Create engaging, play-based learning experiences aligned with the EYLF

Build meaningful relationships with children and families





Support children’s individual learning, development and wellbeing

Guide planning, observations and Storypark documentation

Bring your ideas to your room and learning environments

Work closely with your Centre Leadership Team to support quality practice

About You

You’re a passionate educator who enjoys leading others and wants the opportunity to take ownership of your room while continuing to develop your own leadership skills.

You’ll bring:
ACECQA-recognised Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Lead Educator experience or strong experience with the confidence to step into a Lead role

Experience with toddlers or Junior Kindy-aged children

Strong understanding of the EYLF and play-based learning

Confidence mentoring and supporting educators

A positive, collaborative and relationship-focused approach

Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis certificates

Completed National Child Safety Training

Safeguarding Children

At Journey Early Learning, the safety and wellbeing of every child is our highest priority. Through our See, Act, Tell framework, we are committed to creating safe environments where every child feels protected, respected and heard.

Ready for a fresh opportunity with a leadership team that will support your growth? Apply today and start your next Journey at Gumdale.

- $1,000 sign-on bonus terms and conditions apply.

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