Educational Leader (Drysdale) Opening Jan 27

House Early Learning Pty; Victoria; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Negotiable hourly rates

Flexible hours

Dedicated leadership program with cash

Salary packaging options

Discounts to retailers

Wellbeing initiatives incl First Aid,

Sonder 24/7 safety service

Uniform provided

Staff childcare discount 75%

Training platform with Education Spec.

Feedback model and management check‑in

Committee participation

Networking opportunities

Job summary

Story House Early Learning in Drysdale, Victoria, seeks a Diploma-qualified Educational Leader to support a brand-new 99-place service across 5 rooms. You will join a dedicated float leadership role within our Story House network and contribute to safe, inclusive environments while mentoring educators.

You will lead pedagogy, collaborate with a Pedagogical Practice Partner, and drive quality practice through our Beginnings Curriculum and leadership program.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education required.
• Leadership experience in ECEC setting preferred.
• Knowledge of safe, inclusive environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead educational practice across 5 rooms in a brand-new service.
• Mentor educators and elevate outcomes through quality practice.
• Collaborate with Pedagogical Practice Partner to embed the Beginnings Curriculum.

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Opening January in 2027 | Brand-New 99-Place Service | 5 Rooms

Drysdale Looking for your next leadership opportunity within Story House? Already a Story House-er?

As an Early Childhood Educational Leader, you know the early years lay the foundation for lifelong learning and this is your opportunity to help shape that foundation from day one.

Our brand-new Drysdale service is opening soon, and we’re seeking a Diploma-qualified (minimum) Educational Leader from within our Story House network to step into a dedicated float leadership role across our 5 rooms.

You won’t be doing this alone. You’ll be supported through our structured Educational Leader Program, work within our own STRONG Beginnings Curriculum, and collaborate closely with a dedicated Pedagogical Practice Partner to embed exceeding themes and drive quality practice. At Story House, our Educational Leaders are true members of the leadership team influencing pedagogy, mentoring educators and elevating outcomes across the service.

What does the journey look like from here? This process will focus on our Story House values, pedagogical leadership, mentoring approach and how you contribute to safe, inclusive and engaging environments for children, families and teams.

This is more than an interview. It’s your opportunity to:

Learn more about the vision for the new service

Share your leadership style and educational philosophy

Demonstrate how you guide quality practice and mentor teams

We Value You:

• Negotiable hourly rates and flexible hours.
• Dedicated leadership program with financial bonuses
• Salary packaging options
• Discounts to 100’s of major retailers
• People centric, health and wellbeing initiatives inc FREE First Aid, CPR and Flu Vaccinations.
• Access to Sonder our 24/7 safety and wellbeing service
• Uniform provided
• 75% Staff Childcare Discount*
• SHEL-endar our tailored professional development platform where you can access training with Education Specialists to reach your goals inc partnerships with industry leaders.
• Continuous feedback model with regular check-ins from your manager to always know the ‘word on the street’.
• Join one of our many committees. Being part of an inclusive team where coming together to collaborate and having a voice is encouraged.
• Regular networking opportunities to come together and collaborate with other Educational Leaders

*CCS eligible care

Our Commitment to Child Safety

Story House Early Learning is committed to child safety. We want children to be safe, happy and empowered and are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment of all children.

As an Early Childhood Educator, you play an important role in creating safe, inclusive and nurturing environments where children feel valued, respected and protected.

We are committed to child safe principles and embedding the Child Safe Standards across our services.

We encourage applications from candidates who share our commitment to child safety, inclusion and respectful relationships with children and families.

All applicants will be subject to child safety screening, including Working with Children Checks and reference checks.

Please note leadership positions will be processed and appointed as they are received. All final applicants for this position will be asked to consent to a criminal record check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Equal Opportunity

Story House Early Learning is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment, providing mutual respect for all employees.

At Story House, we prioritise the safety and wellbeing of our community, which is why we are committed to the Child Safe Standards and have Safety as one of our values.