Educational Leader | Shape a New Early Learning Centre

Journey Early Learning; Darwin; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational Leader Allowance

Above Award rates + Educator WorkerRet

15 hours of dedicated off-floor time

Journey Academy, 4C's Educational Lead

Paid birthday leave & anniversary

Employee Assistance Program

High-quality resources and learning En

Supportive leadership and career dev

Job summary

Journey Early Learning Parap is seeking an experienced Educational Leader to guide the educational direction of a brand-new, 98-place centre opening November 2026. You will mentor educators, shape practice and foster a culture of quality learning from day one.

Work with the Centre Manager and the Journey team to bring ideas to life, lead reflective practice, align with EYLF and NQS, and build a collaborative, supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor qualification in Early Childhood Education.
• Previous Educational Leader experience highly regarded.
• Strong knowledge of pedagogy, programming, EYLF and NQS.
• Confidence mentoring and supporting educators.
• Experience contributing to quality improvement.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A collaborative leadership style that inspires and empowers others.
• Completed National Child Safety Training.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire high-quality educational practice across the centre.
• Mentor and coach educators in programming, planning and documentation.
• Drive reflective practice and continuous improvement aligned with the EYLF and NQS.
• Build educator confidence, capability and consistency.
• Model best practice through active involvement in learning environments.
• Work alongside the Centre Manager to shape a positive, collaborative team culture.

Skills

Educational Leadership

Mentoring Educators

EYLF & NQS Knowledge

Pedagogy & Programming

Communication & Relationships

Team Building

Education

Diploma or Bachelor qualification in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Journey Early Learning Parap is seeking an experienced Educational Leader to guide the educational direction of a brand-new, 98-place centre opening November 2026. You will mentor educators, shape practice and foster a culture of quality learning from day one.

Work with the Centre Manager and the Journey team to bring ideas to life, lead reflective practice, align with EYLF and NQS, and build a collaborative, supportive team culture.