Director of Pedagogy - Eastern Suburbs

anzuk; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ANZUK Education is seeking a Director of Pedagogy (Off-floor) in Sydney. This senior educational leader will co-lead the design and delivery of educational programmes across the service, mentoring educators and ensuring high-quality pedagogy with a focus on children’s learning and wellbeing.

The role combines leadership, curriculum development, and active involvement within the service to inspire practice and strengthen educator capability.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years as Educational Leader in Australian settings.
• Bachelor of Early Childhood Education preferred or ACECQA equivalent.
• Strong understanding of EYLF, NQF, and regulatory requirements.
• Passion for coaching and developing educator capability.
• Collaborative, solutions-focused approach.
• Builds strong relationships with children, families and teams.
• Current NSW Working with Children Check and First Aid qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver educational programmes across the service.
• Mentor and support educators to strengthen practice.
• Drive high-quality pedagogy and embed wellbeing in learning.
• Collaborate with leadership to guide educational direction.
• Develop curriculum and ensure alignment with EYLF and NQF.

Skills

Educational leadership

Coach educators

Curriculum development

Stakeholder collaboration

Relationship building

People management

Education

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education

ACECQA approved equivalent

Diploma qualification encouraged

Job description

Position: Director of Pedagogy (Off-floor)

This is a rare opportunity for an experienced Educational Leader to step into a unique co-leadership role where you will be responsible for the design and delivery of the educational programmes across this stunning service.

Working closely with the wider organisation's leadership team, you will play a pivotal in driving high-quality pedagogy, mentoring educators, and ensuring children’s learning and wellbeing remain at the centre of everything the service does.

This beautiful centreoffers a modern, generously resourced environment and is seeking someone who is passionate about inspiring others, strengthening practice, and creating meaningful learning experiences for children.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys being both a leader and a mentor: combining time supporting educators, developing curriculum, and being actively involved within the service.

About You

You will be someone who:

• Has at least 2 + experience as an Educational Leader in Australian settings
• Holds a Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (preferred) or ACECQA approved equivalent. Experienced Diploma's are encouraged to also apply!
• Has a strong understanding of the EYLF, NQF, and regulatory requirements
• Is passionate about coaching, mentoring, and developing educator capability
• Brings a positive, collaborative, and solutions-focused approach
• Builds strong relationships with children, families, and teams
• Has a current NSW Working with Children Check and relevant First Aid qualifications

What’s on Offer

• Be part of a boutique, high-quality organisation
• Competitive remuneration package
• Supportive and engaged leadership team + owners
• Modern facilities with excellent resources
• A role with genuine influence over educational direction and practice
• Professional development, mentoring, and career growth opportunities
• A workplace that values your ideas, experience, and leadership style
• Plenty of parking
• Stunning beaches on the doorstep

ANZUK Education is a child-safe organisationcommitted to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. All applicants must complete child safety screening before starting, and all staff must follow our child-safe practices and those of our partner schools and early childhood services.

We support educators in finding rewarding careers across early childhood, primary, secondary, and special education settings - within government, faith-based, and independent schools - both in Australia and overseas.

As a diverse and inclusive employer, we welcome applicants of all ages, genders, abilities, cultural backgrounds, and beliefs, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.