Qualified Early Childhood Educator – Team Leader

Lauriston Girls’ School is seeking a passionate and dedicated Qualified Early Childhood Educator – Team Leader to join the vibrant Extended Hours Care program at our  Blairholme Early Learning Centre. This role is ideal committed to nurturing young children and contributing to a joyful, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.

About the role

Full-time ongoing position, commencing January 2026

As a Team Leader, you will work collaboratively within a cohesive team to deliver high-quality care and an interest-based curriculum for children aged from infants to 5 years, playing a a vital role in fostering children's development across physical, social, emotional, and cognitive domains, while upholding the values and philosophy of Lauriston Girls’ School. Our approach is inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy, valuing children as capable, curious learners and encouraging exploration through play and inquiry.

• Lead a team of educators to deliver high-quality education and care aligned with our Centre philosophy.
• Develop and implement engaging programs based on children’s interests and developmental needs.
• Foster strong partnerships with families and the wider school community.
• Ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework and uphold the highest standards of child safety and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee programming and documentation for your room.
• Create an aesthetically beautiful and stimulating learning environment.
• Support and mentor educators to achieve quality outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to Centre goals and quality improvement plans.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (or higher qualification in Early Childhood Education)
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality education and care for children aged 0–5 years
• Strong understanding of child development and the programming cycle
• Exceptional communication skills – both written and verbal
• Leadership capability to guide and mentor a team
• Highly organised, adaptable, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Current Working with Children Check and Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
• First Aid

Benefits Include:

• Generous employment conditions
• Excellent staff/child ratio
• Supportive team
• Staff Professional Development
• Free parking onsite, close to public transport

Please refer to the Position Description for details of the position.

All applicants must hold current VIT registration and have the right to live and work in Australia.

Applications should be addressed to the Principal and include a cover letter outlining your suitability to this role and a current resume. 

Please submit applications via our recruitment portal; email applications will not be considered.

Applications close Monday 15 December 2025, 8.00am and will be reviewed as they are received, and the position may be filled at any stage during the recruitment process. Early applications are strongly encouraged. Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted with regards to the progress of their application.

Enquiries: Kim Reid, HR Coordinator on 03 9864 7555, or employment@Lauriston.vic.edu.au

Lauriston Girls’ School is a child safe organisation which welcomes children, young people and their families. Lauriston Girls’ School has zero tolerance for child abuse. Everyone working at Lauriston Girls’ School is responsible for the care and protection of the children and young people within our care and reporting of information about suspected child abuse.  All members of staff share in the responsibility for the prevention and detection of child abuse and promptly raising any issues or concerns about a child’s safety. All staff are required to follow the School’s Child Safe policies and Child Safety Code of Conduct.