Group Leader - Acacia Ridge
Date: 24 Apr 2026
Location: Acacia Ridge, AU
Company: YMCA Brisbane
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About the Role
We are currently seeking a Diploma qualified Group Leader to join our YMCA Acacia Ridge Early Education Centre on a casual basis. As a Group Leader, you will support Educators and be responsible for creating programs that are engaging, meaningful and fun for the children.
Why work with us?
We’re a not-for-profit organisation with a strong community focus. We’ve recently been awarded government funding through the ECEC Worker Retention Grant that increases your take home pay and we are investing in the training, support and professional development of our educators.
You’ll also enjoy:
- Salary & Compensation - Discounted Private Health Insurance
- Work Life Balance – Flexible Hours
- Working Environment - Career Coaching and Progression Opportunities
What you’ll do
- Under guidance and instruction of the Centre Director, develop, plan and implement quality programs for children
- Assist the Centre Director in the day to day operations of the Centre as directed
- Liaise effectively with parents and other staff
- Monitor and provide an appropriate level of supervision and on the job training for Educators within the nominated area of supervision
What you’ll bring
- Hold a Diploma in Children’s Services (or equivalent) or be actively studying towards
- Demonstrated experience in an Early Childhood Education setting
- Current First Aid & CPR certificate (or willingness to obtain)
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- A valid Paid Blue Card (or willingness to obtain)
- A commitment to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all children
Apply Now!
Hit the apply button below now to start your journey with us!
Help us shape a brighter future — one child, one community at a time.
At the Y, we are committed to empowering all children and young people to feel safe and be safe at the Y. As such, we ensure that all candidates are appropriately screened.
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