21st September, 2026
Lead Educator (Group Leader) — St Luke's Long Day Care & Kindy, Capalaba!
We're seeking a passionate, experienced, and driven Lead Educator (Group Leader) to join our team at St Luke's Long Day Care in Capalaba, conveniently located just minutes from the Capalaba CBD. This is a full-time position of 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with sessions running between 6:45am and 6pm.
In this role, you will take the lead in our Nursery & Toddler space, with a primary focus on our Nursery room. You'll be supported with dedicated non-contact time in a structured and supportive environment, as well as ongoing mentoring from our Practice Excellence team, giving you the professional development and guidance you need to truly thrive in a leadership role.
If you're enthusiastic, committed, and ready to lead with purpose and inspire our youngest learners, we'd love to hear from you — apply today!
About Us:
- 78-place centre with five thoughtfully designed, modern learning environments
- Two spacious, shaded outdoor play areas featuring a sandpit and herb garden
- A supportive and experienced leadership team committed to your growth
- An inclusive and diverse team of dedicated educators
- Well-resourced rooms that support engaging, high-quality learning experiences
- An onsite chef providing fresh, nutritious meals daily
- Staff and family-friendly onsite parking for ease and convenience
Key Responsibilities: - Lead and deliver a high-quality, inclusive educational program in the Nursery and Toddler space
- Support children's learning, development, and wellbeing in a safe and nurturing environment
- Utilise dedicated non-contact time to plan, document, and reflect on the educational program
- Engage with mentoring support from the Practice Excellence team as part of your ongoing professional development
- Build strong, trusting relationships with children, families, and fellow educators
- Participate actively in ongoing professional and personal development
- Promote the service within the local community, aligned with Catholic Early EdCare's values and philosophy
Job Requirements: - Hold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or an ACECQA approved equivalent — essential for this role
- Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis certifications (or willingness to obtain)
- Mandatory Child Protection (Geccko) Course 1 & 2 — Course 3 & 4 optional but highly regarded
- A valid Queensland Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
- Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standard
- Excellent communication, leadership, and teamwork skills
- Previous experience in a lead educator or room leader role is highly regarded
Why Join Us? - Competitive Salary - Earn a salary that mirrors your expertise and accomplishments, turning your qualifications and experience into exciting financial rewards
- Professional Development - Benefit from dedicated non-contact time and ongoing mentoring from our Practice Excellence team, supporting your growth as a leader
- Flexible work location - Work from one primary service with the opportunity to work additional shifts across CEEC's 130+ services, if desired
- Work life balance - Benefit from a structured Monday to Friday full-time role, allowing you to achieve a balance between personal and professional pursuits
- Reward and Recognition Program - Be acknowledged and rewarded for your amazing work and outstanding contribution
- Employee Referral Bonus - Know someone who'd be a great fit? Refer them to join CEEC and receive a referral bonus as a thank-you for helping grow our team
- Up to 95% Childcare Discount - Take advantage of generous staff discounts across 130+ CEEC services — supporting both your career and your family
Our Commitment to Keeping our Staff and Children Safe: Catholic Early EdCare is dedicated to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children in its care and maintains a zero-tolerance approach to any form of abuse. The protection of children is our highest priority. To uphold this commitment, we conduct referee checks and criminal history screenings as part of our recruitment process, and all employees working with children must hold a current Queensland Working with Children Check (Blue Card).
How to Apply: Ready to embark on this exciting journey with us? To apply, submit your resume, along with a cover letter telling us why you're the perfect fit for the role.
Catholic Early EdCare is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage applications from all individuals, including those from diverse backgrounds.
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