Community Leader & Educational Director (Early Childhood)

Village Education; Australia; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Employee wellbeing program

Attractive remuneration package

Generous childcare discounts

Uniform provided

Recognition programs

Conference opportunities

Job summary

Village Baranduda is seeking a dynamic Community Leader to join as Educational Leader and Assistant Director. You will mentor educators, support daily Centre operations, and promote quality practice alongside a fellow Community Leader.

The role focuses on Education Program and Practice and Educator Engagement, ensuring strong learning outcomes and team cohesion. The ideal candidate holds a degree or diploma in Early Childhood Education, WWC clearance, and leadership experience in Early Childhood

Qualifications

• A Degree or Diploma in Early Childhood Education from a recognized institution, as outlined by ACECQA.
• Valid Working with Children Check.
• Accredited training in emergency response, including anaphylaxis and asthma management.
• Child Protection training certification.
• At least 3 years of leadership experience in Early Childhood Services or 5 years in the field.
• Ability to lead and mentor teams, develop curriculums, manage administration, and liaise with parents/communities.
• Understanding WHS legislation and CCS, and knowledge of the National Quality Framework.
• Willingness to assume Nominated Supervisor role under national laws.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor educators and support the Centre Manager.
• Oversee administration assistants, cooks, and cleaners in absence of the Manager.
• Oversee Quality Area 1: Education Program and Practice, and Educator Engagement.
• Ensure excellence in learning outcomes and team cohesion.
• Liaise with parents and communities and develop curriculums.

Skills

Degree or Diploma in Early Childhood

Working with Children Check

Emergency response training

Child Protection training

Leadership experience in ECE

Curriculum development

Administration & liaison with parents

WHS compliance & CCS knowledge

National Quality Framework knowledge

Nominated Supervisor readiness

Education

Degree or Diploma in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Village Baranduda is seeking a dynamic Community Leader to join as Educational Leader and Assistant Director. You will mentor educators, support daily Centre operations, and promote quality practice alongside a fellow Community Leader.

The role focuses on Education Program and Practice and Educator Engagement, ensuring strong learning outcomes and team cohesion. The ideal candidate holds a degree or diploma in Early Childhood Education, WWC clearance, and leadership experience in Early Childhood