" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eLead Educator (Group Leader) - Capalaba LDC \u0026amp; Kindy\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"3160\"\u003e Education \u0026amp; Child Care \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"3161\"\u003e Childcare \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"3162\"\u003e Brisbane East and Bayside Suburbs \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"3163\"\u003e Permanent - Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 29/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eFull-time role, 38 hours per week\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMentoring \u0026amp; non-contact time provided\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e95% childcare discount across 130+ services\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLead Educator (Group Leader) \u0026mdash; St Luke\u0027s Long Day Care \u0026amp; Kindy, Capalaba!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e We\u0027re seeking a passionate, experienced, and driven Lead Educator (Group Leader) to join our team at St Luke\u0027s 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e In this role, you will take the lead in our Nursery \u0026amp; Toddler space, with a primary focus on our Nursery room. You\u0027ll 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e If you\u0027re enthusiastic, committed, and ready to lead with purpose and inspire our youngest learners, we\u0027d love to hear from you \u0026mdash; apply today!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout Us:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e78-place centre with five thoughtfully designed, modern learning environments\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTwo spacious, shaded outdoor play areas featuring a sandpit and herb garden\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA supportive and experienced leadership team committed to your growth\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAn inclusive and diverse team of dedicated educators\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWell-resourced rooms that support engaging, high-quality learning experiences\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAn onsite chef providing fresh, nutritious meals daily\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStaff and family-friendly onsite parking for ease and convenience\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eKey Responsibilities:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead and deliver a high-quality, inclusive educational program in the Nursery and Toddler space\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupport children\u0027s learning, development, and wellbeing in a safe and nurturing environment\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUtilise dedicated non-contact time to plan, document, and reflect on the educational program\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEngage with mentoring support from the Practice Excellence team as part of your ongoing professional development\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuild strong, trusting relationships with children, families, and fellow educators\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eParticipate actively in ongoing professional and personal development\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePromote the service within the local community, aligned with Catholic Early EdCare\u0027s values and philosophy\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eJob Requirements:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eHold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or an ACECQA approved equivalent \u0026mdash; essential for this role\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCurrent First Aid, CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis certifications (or willingness to obtain)\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMandatory Child Protection (Geccko) Course 1 \u0026amp; 2 \u0026mdash; Course 3 \u0026amp; 4 optional but highly regarded\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA valid Queensland Blue Card (Working with Children Check)\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standard\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent communication, leadership, and teamwork skills\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrevious experience in a lead educator or room leader role is highly regarded\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy Join Us?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompetitive Salary - Earn a salary that mirrors your expertise and accomplishments, turning your qualifications and experience into exciting financial rewards\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProfessional Development - Benefit from dedicated non-contact time and ongoing mentoring from our Practice Excellence team, supporting your growth as a leader\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFlexible work location - Work from one primary service with the opportunity to work additional shifts across CEEC\u0027s 130+ services, if desired\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork life balance - Benefit from a structured Monday to Friday full-time role, allowing you to achieve a balance between personal and professional pursuits\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReward and Recognition Program - Be acknowledged and rewarded for your amazing work and outstanding contribution\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEmployee Referral Bonus - Know someone who\u0027d be a great fit? Refer them to join CEEC and receive a referral bonus as a thank-you for helping grow our team\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUp to 95% Childcare Discount - Take advantage of generous staff discounts across 130+ CEEC services \u0026mdash; supporting both your career and your family\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOur Commitment to Keeping our Staff and Children Safe:\u003c/strong\u003e 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).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHow to Apply:\u003c/strong\u003e Ready to embark on this exciting journey with us? To apply, submit your resume, along with a cover letter telling us why you\u0027re the perfect fit for the role.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Catholic Early EdCare is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage applications from all individuals, including those from diverse backgrounds. \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"1130144\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "