Join Guardian Tarneit Grand Central as a full-time permanent Group/Lead Educator!
Here’s the opportunity: Work with passionate Educators and a supportive Centre Manager as you:
- Access great resources in fantastic learning spaces
- Share children’s milestones and “wow” moments with their families
- Bring our unique To BE Me Guardian learning program to life
- Engage in ongoing learning and development with an incredible team
As a Lead Educator with us, you’ll:
- Thrive in a structured, well-supported environment with our Thrive room framework
- Grow your career with professional development, mentoring, and leadership pathways
- Work in beautifully designed environments that inspire creativity and engagement
- Benefit from the 10% Government Funded Wage Increase NOW, with 5% more in December
- Enjoy above award pay, professional recognition, and unique employee perks
The Centre:
Guardian Tarneit Grand Central is a purpose-built centre with six inspiring indoor learning spaces and strong leadership team. It’s a brand-new centre as well located in 2 Gunter Drive in Tarneit – close to shops and cafes.
About the Role:
- We’re on the lookout for a passionate Lead Educator to join our growing team in the Babies – 2 years room
If you’re ready to bring energy, innovation, and a genuine love for early education into your everyday work, this is your moment.
What You’ll Bring:
- A Diploma or above in Early Childhood Education (or working towards a Diploma or tertiary degree in Early Childcare)
- Must have availability to work from 6:30 am-6:30 pm on a rotating roster
- A current Working with Children Check (VIC)
Ideally:
- Child Protection Certificate
- Food Safety Certificate
- 2–3 years’ experience in a Lead Educator or similar role
Why Join Guardian? At Guardian, we’re a place people love to be. When you join our team, you’ll have access to:
- Tailored career pathways and leadership development
- Paid first aid courses and renewals
- Access to WhereFit – over 2,000 corporate deals for health & lifestyle
- Degree program support – paid study, flexible hours, and mentoring
- Collaborative culture with room to explore your teaching style
- Recognition & rewards that truly value your contributions
Apply Now Ready to take the next step in your early childhood career?
Apply now and join the team at Guardian Tarneit Grand Central.
PLEASE READ:
Guardian Childcare & Education values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress.
We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.
At Guardian Childcare & Education, children’s safety and wellbeing are our top priority. We have zero tolerance for any form of abuse or harm. We rigorously screen all potential team members, requiring a 10-year verifiable resume, 5 years of direct manager references, and other security checks to ensure they meet our high standards.
*for those who have not been in employment that long, these expectations will be adjusted
- Your CV for this application MUST have all 10 years of Career history included (if you do not have any 10-year work history, please let us know or state this in your CV)
- Ability to supply references of Managers from your 5-year work history.