Early Childhood Leader: Inspire Teams

Innerwest Preschools; Inner West; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid PD

Over-award pay

Service budgets

Weekly planning day

Supportive environment

Career progression

Job summary

Innerwest Preschools is seeking an Educational Leader to drive high-quality, child-centred programs aligned with the EYLF and NQS. You will mentor educators, guide practice, and champion collaborative planning to support school readiness and joyful learning.

You will lead a supportive team, focus on planning cycles, and build strong partnerships with families and the community, while advancing your own professional growth through paid PD and generous resources.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to translate EYLF and NQS into practical learning programs.
• Experience leading teams to design diverse, meaningful learning experiences.
• Commitment to child-centred, reflective teaching and planning cycles.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement high-quality, child-centred programs aligned with EYLF.
• Mentor educators to design diverse and meaningful learning experiences.
• Foster reflective practice and open communication on teaching methods.
• Collaborate with families and community to strengthen relationships.
• Support ongoing improvement in pedagogy and curriculum planning.
• Analyze team strengths to support curriculum learning and planning cycles.
• Manage resources within the service budget to enhance opportunities.
• Ensure practices celebrate diversity and belonging for children and families.

Skills

EYLF & NQS knowledge

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership capability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

ACECQA approval

NESA accreditation

Job description

Innerwest Preschools is seeking an Educational Leader to drive high-quality, child-centred programs aligned with the EYLF and NQS. You will mentor educators, guide practice, and champion collaborative planning to support school readiness and joyful learning.

You will lead a supportive team, focus on planning cycles, and build strong partnerships with families and the community, while advancing your own professional growth through paid PD and generous resources.