Lead Early Learning Centre Director | Innovative & Inclusive

Carey Baptist Grammar School; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Carey Baptist Grammar School in Melbourne seeks a Director of the Early Learning Centre (ELC). This hands-on leadership role shapes vision, leads a team of educators and co-teaches in the three-year-old program, grounding play-based learning in EYLF and VEYLDF.

The Director is Nominated Supervisor and Responsible Person under the Education and Care Services National Law, ensuring compliance, safety and wellbeing while partnering with families and the wider school community.

Qualifications

• Hold a four-year Early Childhood qualification approved by ACECQA.
• Strong understanding of EYLF and VEYLDF.
• Knowledge of child development and Reggio Emilia approach.
• Current Anaphylaxis and First Aid qualifications.
• Excellent rapport with children, staff and parents.
• Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to excellence and ongoing professional development.
• Proficiency in information and communication technologies.
• Ability to lead and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and champion innovative teaching practices.
• Program, planning and preparation.
• Relationship Management with families and staff.
• Oversee Occupational Health and Safety.
• Policy and compliance duties.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic vision

Relationship management

Curriculum leadership

Collaborative teamwork

ICT literacy

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Four-year Early Childhood qualification

Job description

Carey Baptist Grammar School in Melbourne seeks a Director of the Early Learning Centre (ELC). This hands-on leadership role shapes vision, leads a team of educators and co-teaches in the three-year-old program, grounding play-based learning in EYLF and VEYLDF.

The Director is Nominated Supervisor and Responsible Person under the Education and Care Services National Law, ensuring compliance, safety and wellbeing while partnering with families and the wider school community.