Educational Leader - Brighton Le Sands

Mini Masterminds; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above Award salary

Leadership development

PD and mentoring

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Childcare discounts

Job summary

Mini Masterminds Brighton Le Sands is seeking a Full-Time Educational Leader (Dip or ECT) to drive educational excellence across the centre. You will mentor educators, lead curriculum development, and promote best practice in early childhood education.

You will work hands-on with educators to support high-quality programming, inspire improvement, and ensure learning experiences align with the EYLF and NQF. Brighton Le Sands centre offers a supportive leadership team and ongoing development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (ACECQA-approved).
• WWCC and required certifications within the ECE sector.
• Strong knowledge of EYLF, NQF and NQS.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor educators through on-the-floor coaching and professional support.
• Guide curriculum planning, programming, and documentation in line with the EYLF
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and reflective practice.
• Support educators in delivering engaging, play-based learning experiences.
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and the wider community.
• Ensure compliance with NQF, NQS, and relevant legislation.
• Collaborate with the Centre Leadership Team to achieve quality outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Organisation

Education

Bachelor or Diploma in ECEC (ACECQA-approved)

Job description

Mini Masterminds Brighton Le Sands - Educational Leader (Dip or ECT)

About Mini Masterminds

Mini Masterminds is a leading early childhood education provider committed to creating safe, nurturing, and inspiring learning environments where every child can thrive.

We are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated Full-Time Educational Leader to join our team at Mini Masterminds Brighton Le Sands (51-place centre).

Guided by our values of Individual Care, Quality Education, and Genuine Love, our purpose-built centres provide engaging learning environments where children are encouraged to explore, discover, and develop confidence through meaningful play-based learning. We are passionate about supporting every child's development while fostering a workplace where educators feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow.

About The Role

As Educational Leader, you will play a key role in driving educational excellence across the centre by mentoring educators, guiding curriculum development, and promoting best practice in early childhood education.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you will work alongside educators to support high-quality programming, inspire continuous improvement, and ensure every child receives meaningful learning experiences aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor educators through on-the-floor coaching and professional support
• Guide curriculum planning, programming, and documentation in line with the EYLF
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and reflective practice
• Support educators in delivering engaging, play-based learning experiences
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and the wider community
• Ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework (NQF), National Quality Standards (NQS), and all relevant legislation
• Collaborate with the Centre Leadership Team to achieve quality outcomes
• Promote a positive, collaborative, and professional team culture

Why Join Mini Masterminds?

• Above Award salary
• Tailored leadership development and career progression opportunities
• Ongoing professional development and mentoring
• Supportive Centre and Head Office Leadership Teams
• Childcare discounts for employees
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Be part of a growing organisation that values collaboration, innovation, and excellence

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Bachelor or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (ACECQA-approved)
• Previous experience mentoring or leading educators within an Early Childhood setting
• Current Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis certifications
• Current Child Protection training/certificate
• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), National Quality Framework (NQF), and National Quality Standards (NQS)
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• A genuine passion for inspiring educators and delivering high-quality education and care

Applicants must have valid Australian working rights. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.