About Sunrise Kids Early Learning Centre

Sunrise Kids Early Learning Centre is a family-owned, community-focused early learning service dedicated to play-based learning and providing positive, meaningful experiences for children. We believe that to inspire happy, confident children, we must first support and value our educators. Our centres offer large, engaging environments where educators feel supported, respected, and empowered to do their best work every day.

About the Role

Sunrise Kids Early Learning Centre is seeking passionate, fun, and dedicated Lead Educators to join our established and supportive team. This is a permanent position with consistent hours, offering a range of early and late shifts to support work–life balance.

You will play a key role in delivering enriched, stimulating, and engaging learning experiences for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years, while building strong, respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

- Develop and implement engaging, play-based educational programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)

- Create inclusive, safe, and stimulating learning environments that support children’s development

- Observe, document, and maintain accurate records of children’s learning, routines, and interests

- Build strong, trusting relationships with children, families, colleagues, and community stakeholders

- Work collaboratively within a professional team environment

- Uphold the service philosophy, policies, and procedures

- Support children’s wellbeing, learning, and development in line with National Quality Standards

Skills & Attributes Required





- Genuine passion for working with children in the early years

- Ability to work collaboratively within a team

- Strong communication and relationship-building skills

- Creative, innovative approach to learning and play-based programming

- Understanding of inclusive practice and child development

- Ability to maintain accurate documentation and records

- Reliable, flexible, and adaptable approach to work

Qualifications & Experience

Lead Educator

- Diploma in Early Childhood Education and care or actively working towards Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

- Experience working with children aged birth to five years (preferred)

- Current Working With Children Check

- Current First Aid and CPR (or willingness to obtain)

What We Offer

- Paid Birthday Leave

- Paid First Aid & CPR

- Paid overtime for staff meetings and training

- Dedicated programming time

- Ongoing career development and mentoring

- Supportive, family-owned business environment

- Large, well-resourced learning environments

- Uniforms provided

- Positive team culture and supportive leadership

- Genuine focus on work–life balance

- Childcare fee discounts

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

- Established and respected service within the local community

Operating Hours

Our service operates Monday to Friday, 6:00am – 6:00pm (closed on public holidays). Hours are consistent and structured to support a healthy work–life balance.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about early childhood education and believe you meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you.

Please send your Cover Letter and Resume to:
? ••••@sunrisekidselc.com.au

📌 Lead Educators and Educators (Jensen)
🏢 Sunrise Kids
📍 Jensen