Join our team in Milestones Early Learning CaloundraWe are looking for dedicated Lead Educators to join our friendly and supportive team. We are offering Part-time shifts to the right candidate.Affinity is a Child Safe organisation, where child safety is our highest priority. We are committed to creating environments where children feel safe, supported, and valued.Affinity AdvantagesEnjoy a 50% discount on childcare fees starting from day one.Access fully funded Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care through our Affinity Learning Academy.Apply for scholarships for Bachelor's or Master's degrees in Early Childhood Education.Take advantage of extensive training and development opportunities, with 50% of promotions coming from within.Advance your career towards a role in senior educational roles or operational management.Receive a 30% discount on a 12-month membership with Goodlife or Fitness First.Benefit from wellbeing initiatives with partners like TELUS Health, Bupa insurance benefit, and discounts at over 100 retailers.About the Centre:Here at Milestones Early Learning Caloundra, our centre offers Lifelong Learning to children 6 weeks to 5 years and is an integral part of the community. We have natural play spaces with spacious and well-resourced studios, and we pride ourselves on inclusive practices and child-led inquisitive play.About you:Hold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or an ACECQA approved equivalent Bachelor's degreeA current Working with Children's Check or willing to obtainCurrent first aid certificate (including asthma and anaphylactic training) or willing to obtainA strong commitment to fostering the growth and development of young mindsWhy work for Affinity?Join our values-driven organisation, where incredible people make a genuine difference. Our mission is to inspire and nurture individuals to reach their full potential. It isn't just about what we do for children; it's about what we do for our team, too. Affinity allows our people to shine - so we can deliver the best in early education!Our Curriculum:Our educators and teachers are trained and accredited in the Lifelong Learning Curriculum, which is Australia's most advanced approach to early education for children from birth to age five. It is based on the belief that learning and development occurs most successfully when supported by nurturing and engaged educators, in partnership with families and communities. This curriculum draws on the best models of early education, contemporary research, and evidence-informed practices such as Circle of Security, Abecedarian, and Project Based learning.Our Safety CommitmentAt Affinity, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual is treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to upholding the safety, rights, and wellbeing of all children and promote a culture of child safety with a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm. Our Safety Commitment also prioritises the safety, rights, and wellbeing of our employees and their families.We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer. We are committed to responding to every applicant.LOVE. LEARN. GROW. Apply now!