Early Childhood Educator for our Nursery Room at Froebel St Leonards

Froebel St Leonards is one of 5 early learning services run by the not-for-profit provider Froebel Australia. The centre offers inspiring learning environments on 3 levels plus a rooftop playground for 99 children from 6 months to 6 years. Our educational program focuses on immersive language learning (second language: German) and inquiry-based early learning by implementing the Little Scientists program (https://littlescientists.org.au/). Frequent excursions within and beyond the local community are also an integral part of our curriculum. Please visit our Froebel website (www.froebel.com.au/) and our socials (www.instagram.com/froebel.australia/ ~ www.facebook.com/froebelaustralia/) to learn more about us!

We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic Early Childhood Educator to join our team in our Nursery room on a permanent full-time basis. 

We offer you:

• 💸 A attractive salary: between $54,000 and $80,000 p.a. depending on qualification and level of experience
• 🎄 Additional paid leave over Christmas/New Year
• 🎓 Generous professional development opportunities incl. Froebel’s own Future Leaders Program
• 🧠 Weekly planning time + paid team meetings
• 💬 Mentoring by your Team Leader and Educational Leader
• 🌿A team where people support each other, show up with purpose, and love what they do
• 🌟 Regular wellbeing initiatives + access to free confidential counselling (EAP)
• 💡 Reduced childcare fees (subject to availability)
• 🛍️ Employee perks program with cashback, discounts & offers
• 🚉 Free on-site undercover parking / close to public transport (Metro, train, bus)

The successful candidate will:

• hold an approved Certificate III or Diploma of Early Childhood Education; we are not looking for an ECT
• have notable work experience as an early childhood educator
• have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to built and grow trusting relationships with colleagues, families and community members
• have an interest in immersive language learning and inquiry-based learning; an interest in STEM is a bonus
• have an understanding of contemporary child safe practices
• last but definitely not least: have a sunny personality with a positive mindset! 🌞

📧 If this is you, please use the apply button and attach your resume. Please also write a short cover letter/note outlining why Froebel St Leonards is the right next step for you.

Froebel is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Froebel is a child safe organisation.

Only eligible applicants will be contacted by Froebel.