Lead Educator

• Fixed Term (2 Years) / Full Time
• Monday to Friday, 38 hours per week
• Pro Rata amount of $71,384 - $79,752 per annum (LGIA Stream A Level Group Leader 1-2 Year Qualified Year 1 - 3) + Superannuation
• Location – Rockhampton

Your new role

Are you a Child Care Educator looking to take the next step in your career?

Rockhampton Regional Council have a rewarding leadership opportunity available as a Lead Educator at our City Child Care Centre.

As a Group Leader at Rockhampton Regional Council’s City Child Care Centre, you will lead a team to create a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for children. You’ll work closely with the Child Care Teacher to plan and deliver programs that support each child’s development, while guiding and mentoring assistants to ensure smooth daily operations. Building strong relationships with families and colleagues is key, along with maintaining compliance and promoting continuous improvement.

Future Opportunities: With ongoing operational requirements at the Centre, further opportunities are expected to arise, which may support continued employment beyond the initial contract period for the Fixed Term role.

This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).

What we are looking for

• Possess or be working towards (with at least 50% completion) an approved diploma level qualification in early childhood as approved under the National Quality Framework.
• Hold a current First Aid and CPR certification along with a positive Blue Card for working with Children and Young People.
• Passion for early child care education and strong aspiration to lead and support the child care team.
• Demonstrated experience working with and expert knowledge of the National Quality Framework, Early Years Learning Framework and industry standards.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor centre staff
• Strong communication skills and ability to form great working relationships with children, families and other staff members.
  

What you'll get in return

As an employee of Rockhampton Regional Council, you will join a diverse and innovative team of more than 1000 employees supported by good leadership, who proudly deliver services and make a difference to the lives of people living and working within the region.

• Supportive Work/Life Balance
• A large employer with a strong values driven culture
• A generous superannuation scheme – Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Corporate membership discounts
• Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Wages paid fortnightly
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Passport and active social clubs

What you need to do next

To apply for this opportunity, please submit two documents:

1. A 1-2 page Cover Letter addressing the Application Criteria below;
2. Your Current resume.

Application Criteria

• Possess or be working towards (with at least 50% completion) an approved diploma level qualification in early childhood as approved under the National Quality Framework, hold a current First Aid and CPR certification along with a positive Blue Card for working with Children and Young People.
• Proven enthusiasm for leadership, with a strong ability to mentor and support educators, fostering a collaborative and positive work environment.
• Proven ability to create, implement and assess educational programs that are age-appropriate and tailored to meet the individual needs and interests of children, whilst adhering to the National Quality Framework.

Please use Council’s cover letter template and ensure you clearly label each Application Criteria in your cover letter.

Click the ‘Apply’ button to complete your online application.

Applications Close: Monday 26 January 2026 at Midnight (AEST)