Educational Leader

Journey Early Learning Group; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above Award Rates

Paid Birthday Leave

Program planning time off floor

Job summary

Journey Early Learning Wollert in Wollert, VIC seeks an Educational Leader to guide our teaching team, inspire quality practice, and create meaningful learning experiences for children. You will mentor educators, lead curriculum planning in line with EYLF, support continuous improvement, build partnerships with families and the community, and ensure compliance with NQS and Child Safe Standards.

You will also coach, model best practice and contribute to ongoing professional development for your

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor qualification in Early Childhood Education.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Strong understanding of the EYLF, NQS, and Child Safe Standards.
• Previous leadership or mentoring experience.
• Passion for supporting educators and achieving outstanding child outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and support educators to deliver high-quality, play-based learning.
• Lead curriculum planning in line with EYLF.
• Foster reflection, collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and the community.
• Support compliance with the National Quality Framework and drive excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Curriculum planning

EYLF knowledge

NQS knowledge

Child Safe Standards

Working with Children Check

Education

Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Educational Leader | Journey Early Learning Wollert

Wollert, VIC | Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours a week | Permanent Role

Are you an experienced Early Childhood professional with a passion for mentoring educators, inspiring quality practice, and creating meaningful learning experiences for children?

At Journey Early Learning Wollert, we're looking for an enthusiastic Educational Leader to guide our teaching team, support continuous improvement, and help every child thrive.

About The Centre

Join a team that loves what they do.

At Journey Early Learning Wollert, you'll become part of a warm, supportive team that is passionate about creating meaningful experiences for children and each other. Our 94-place centre has a welcoming, homely feel where collaboration, respect, and positivity are at the heart of our culture.

You’ll be encouraged to bring your ideas to life, work alongside passionate educators, and make a genuine impact through play-based learning. With beautiful indoor and outdoor environments designed to inspire curiosity, every day brings new opportunities to explore, create, and celebrate children's achievements together.

If you’re looking for a centre where you’ll feel valued, supported, and part of a team that genuinely enjoys working together, Journey Wollert is the place for you.

What You'll Do

• Mentor and support educators to deliver high-quality, play-based learning programs.
• Guide curriculum planning in line with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).
• Foster a culture of reflection, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and the wider community.
• Support compliance with the National Quality Framework and contribute to exceeding outcomes.
• Inspire your team through coaching, modelling best practice, and professional development.

What You'll Bring

• Diploma or Bachelor qualification in Early Childhood Education.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Strong understanding of the EYLF, NQS, and Child Safe Standards.
• Previous experience in a leadership or mentoring role.
• A passion for supporting educators and creating outstanding outcomes for children.

Why Join Journey?

• Above Award Rates
• 15 hours of dedicated program planning time off the floor each week, plus an additional 1 hour of non-contact time per room you support.
• Paid Birthday Leave.
• Anniversary Gifts.Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Ongoing Professional Development and Career Progression Opportunities.
• Supportive leadership that genuinely invests in your success.
• Be part of a growing organisation where your ideas and leadership make a real impact.