Educational Leader: Shape a New Early Learning Centre

Wings Early Learning; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award wages

Workers Retention Payment

Anniversary gifts

Childcare discount 95%

Training & safety

Snacks & treats

Birthdays & celebrations

Fun workplace

Job summary

Wings Early Learning Parkinson is opening January 2027 and seeking an exceptional Educational Leader to help establish the centre and join our foundation team. You will guide curriculum, mentor educators, and support reflective practice to deliver high-quality care and learning.

You will lead curriculum development, embed meaningful documentation, promote inquiry-based child-led learning, and foster collaboration. A competitive salary and development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education required or equivalent.
• Blue Card and ACECQA First Aid qualifications essential.
• Experience leading curriculum and mentoring educators.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum development across the service.
• Mentor educators to strengthen EYLF understanding.
• Support reflective practice and professional growth.
• Encourage inquiry-based and child-led learning.
• Embed documentation and assessment practices.
• Create inspiring environments that foster curiosity.
• Promote collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement.
• Ensure practices align with NQF and NQS.

Skills

Mentoring

Team leadership

Curriculum leadership

Documentation

Communication

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education

Blue Card

First Aid (ACECQA approved)

National Child Safety Training

Job description

Educational Leader - Brand New Centre Opening January 2027

Educational Leader - Wings Early Learning at Parkinson, Queensland OPENING JANUARY 2027

A great place to spread your wings and let your career take flight!

Wings Early Learning Parkinson is a new, purpose-built 109 place early learning centre committed to providing high-quality early education and care. We are a small group of proudly family owned and operated centres in Brisbane and the wider Ipswich region.

We will be opening in our Parkinson centre in January 2027 and are seeking an exceptional and experienced Educational Leader to join our team. The opportunity exists for you to play a pivotal role in the establishment of this centre in the community and to be part of our foundation team.

This role could be for you if…

You inspire educators to see the learning within everyday moments.

You value documentation that captures children's thinking, voices and learning journeys.

You believe every educator has strengths worth developing and celebrating.

You are passionate about curriculum, pedagogy and creating meaningful learning experiences for children.

You ask reflective questions rather than simply providing answers.

You're curious, reflective and committed to growing alongside your team.

You enjoy mentoring and coaching educators, helping them build confidence in their practice.

You believe great leadership starts with relationships, trust and genuine collaboration.

You enjoy facilitating professional discussions and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

What You'll Be Doing…

Leading and supporting curriculum development across the service.

Mentoring educators to strengthen their understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework.

Supporting reflective practice and professional growth.

Encouraging inquiry-based and child-led learning experiences.

Working alongside educators to embed meaningful documentation and assessment practices.

Helping create inspiring learning environments that provoke curiosity and exploration.

Promoting a culture of collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement.

Supporting quality practices aligned with the National Quality Framework and National Quality Standards.

Our centre offers…

• A fully equipped dedicated staff retreat with a kitchen, comfortable seating, and individual lockable lockers for personal belongings

• A shower room with towel and laundry service, hair, and beauty products for staff to freshen up after physical activities or during hot weather

• Coffee machine for your enjoyment

• Plenty of onsite parking

With the focus of our staff being one of our central priorities, we also provide benefits such as…

• Christmas week closure of all our centres! We know everyone needs a break!!!

• Above award wages plus the Workers Retention Payment

• Anniversary Gifts and bonuses starting at 5 years of service

• 95% staff discount on childcare fees*

• Paid Child Protection Training, Fire Safety and Safe Sleep training annually

• Snacks and treats in the staff room on a regular basis! Including chocolates, donuts, sushi, rice paper rolls, bakery treats, pizza and more!

• Monthly Birthday celebrations

• Plenty of fun days at work to make coming to the centre each day more enjoyable!

At Wings Early Learning we believe in investing in our team members and providing opportunities for professional development and growth. As Wings continues to build and operate new Centres across Brisbane, we offer a range of opportunities for you to advance your career, through internal promotion. This is a great place to watch your career take off!

We are committed to creating a positive and supportive work environment for our team, and value open and ongoing communication amongst team members and families.

At Wings Early Learning, we value diversity and inclusivity and believe in creating an environment that is welcoming and respectful of all cultures, beliefs, and backgrounds.

Sustainability & Nature Play

We are committed to creating a sustainable environment for our children's future. Our centre will have solar electricity, water tank to harvest rainwater for gardening and children’s vegetable gardens. In addition, we believe in the importance of nature play for children's development and wish to include Nature play into our curriculum. Experience in this field will be of benefit, so please let us know if this is you!

Commitment to Child Safety

As a company, we are dedicated to ensuring the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children in our care by implementing recruitment, induction, and training procedures that comply with the Children (Education and Care Services) National Law, Education and Care Services National Regulations, NSW Child Safe Standards, the Working with Children Check Act 2025 (NSW) (WWCC Act 2025) and promote a child safe culture.

Role Requirements

To A minimum of a Diploma in Early Childhood Education

A minimum of 5 years experience in the sector

Prior (recent) experience as an Edcuational Leader

A current Blue Card and ACECQA approved First Aid qualifications.

Have completed the National Child Safety training prior to employment.

Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and value customer service

A passion for providing high-quality care and education to children.

The commitment to contribute and work as a close-knit team with your peers.

Have a long-term career view with the opportunity to grow with the business.

We offer a competitive salary package tailored to the successful applicant which may include generous staff discounts.

If you believe you have the skills, experience, and passion to join our beautiful new centre and make a positive impact on the lives of young children and their families, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit a cover letter as well as a detailed resume including current referees. Tell us why YOU are the perfect candidate for this role!

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