Location: Woodcroft, Adelaide SA
Position: Lead Educator | Early Childhood Education and Care

Are you an experienced Lead Educator who can take initiative, lead with confidence and keep a busy childcare room running smoothly?

At Kidz@Woodcroft, we're looking for an experienced, motivated and highly capable Lead Educator to join our team.

We're not just looking for someone who holds the right qualifications. We want a natural leader who can think on their feet, take ownership of their room and confidently lead the day without needing constant direction.

The successful applicant will be proactive, organised and genuinely passionate about creating a positive, engaging and nurturing environment for children.

About the Role

As our Lead Educator, you'll play an important role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of your room while supporting and guiding your fellow educators.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Confidently leading the daily routine and ensuring the room runs smoothly.

- Demonstrating exceptional initiative by recognising what needs to be done and taking action without being asked.

- Providing clear direction, guidance and support to other educators.

- Planning and implementing engaging, meaningful learning experiences.

- Maintaining a well-organised, safe and stimulating learning environment.

- Managing competing priorities and adapting confidently when plans change.

- Building positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.

- Ensuring high standards of supervision, care and professionalism.

- Taking ownership of programming, documentation and room responsibilities.

About You

We're looking for someone who:





- Has proven experience as a Lead Educator or in a similar leadership role.

- Holds a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or an equivalent approved qualification.

- Has exceptional initiative and the ability to work independently.

- Is a confident decision-maker and natural problem-solver.

- Can lead a team positively while maintaining high expectations.

- Is organised, reliable and able to manage a busy room effectively.

- Communicates clearly and professionally.

- Leads by example and is willing to step in wherever needed.

- Has a genuine passion for early childhood education.

Most importantly, we want someone who sees what needs doing and gets it done. Someone who doesn't wait to be told what comes next, can anticipate the needs of the room and takes pride in creating a well-run, happy environment for children and educators alike.

Why Join Kidz@Woodcroft?

At Kidz@Woodcroft, we value educators who are passionate, hardworking and committed to providing quality care and education.

We offer a welcoming, supportive team environment where your experience, ideas and leadership skills will be valued.

We're looking for someone who wants to make a real difference, take ownership of their role and become an important part of our centre. Management chance may be available for the right person

Apply Now

If you're an experienced Lead Educator who thrives on responsibility, takes initiative and enjoys leading a team, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply through SEEK with your resume and a cover letter outlining your leadership experience and what you would bring to Kidz@Woodcroft.

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