Early Years Coordinator

EEYS; Adelaide, Horsham, Stawell; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

EEYS is seeking an experienced Early Years Coordinator to lead and inspire our kindergarten and early years teams across Hindmarsh, Horsham and Stawell. You will champion high-quality early childhood education and care, empower educators and foster a positive workplace culture focused on outcomes for children and families.

In this leadership role, you’ll oversee day-to-day operations, support service leaders and implement EEYS strategic priorities while building strong partnerships with families

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care.
• WWCC and child safe training are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight across multiple early years services.
• Support teams to deliver high-quality, inclusive education and care.
• Collaborate with Supervisors and Educational Leaders to strengthen leadership.
• Champion quality practice and continuous improvement.
• Build strong relationships with families, communities and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Relationship building

Communication

Education

Early Childhood Education & Care

Job description

Job Category: Kindergarten,Long Day Care,Operations

EEYS is a growing not-for-profit organisation, and we’re looking for passionate Early Years Coordinators to lead and inspire our early learning services and sessional kindergarten teams across various locations;Hindmarsh, Horsham, Stawell.

This is an opportunity to bring your leadership experience to an organisation focused on creating positive outcomes for teams, children, families and communities.

As an Early Years Coordinator, you’ll lead and oversee your teams with purpose and support, building a positive workplace culture, and champion high-quality early childhood education and care.

We’re looking for experienced early years leaders who bring energy, confidence and a genuine commitment to people. Leaders who can empower educators, build strong relationships and create environments where children and teams can thrive.

If you’re ready for your next leadership opportunity and want to make a meaningful difference, come and grow with EEYS.

Lead. Inspire. Make a Difference with EEYS.

Job Description

This is a leadership role where you can make a difference across multiple early years communities. You’ll have the opportunity to support and develop people, influence quality practice and help shape strong, responsive services for children and families.

As an Early Years Coordinator, you’ll provide leadership and oversight across a portfolio of EEYS early years services, supporting teams to deliver high-quality, inclusive and responsive education and care for children, families and communities.

Working closely with Nominated Supervisors and Educational Leaders, you will:

Provide leadership and support across the day-to-day operations of allocated early years services.

Champion high-quality educational practice and continuous improvement across kindergarten teams.

Support services to meet legislative, regulatory and organisational requirements.

Work alongside Nominated Supervisors and Educational Leaders to strengthen leadership capability and quality practice.

Support the implementation of EEYS strategic priorities across services.

Build positive and professional relationships with families, community partners and key stakeholders.

Foster collaborative, capable and engaged teams with a strong focus on outcomes for children.

EEYS is a child safe organisation

Desired Skills and Experience

The successful candidate will ideally hold:

• A relevant qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care
• WWCC
• Relevant child safe training

We’re looking for an experienced early years professional who can bring together people leadership, operational oversight and a genuine passion for high-quality early childhood education.

You will bring:

Demonstrated leadership experience within early childhood education and care.

Strong knowledge of quality early childhood practice and the regulatory environment.

The ability to coach, mentor and empower service leaders and early years teams.

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple services.

A collaborative and solutions-focused leadership style.

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

The confidence to work effectively with families, communities and a diverse range of stakeholders.

A commitment to inclusive practice, continuous improvement and achieving positive outcomes for children and families.