Kindergarten Educational Advisor

ELMO; Torquay; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

WFH

RDOs

Job summary

Surf Coast Shire Council is seeking a Kindergarten Educational Advisor to join our Early Years Leadership Team. You will provide pedagogical leadership and support to teachers and educators, driving quality improvement, educational excellence and positive outcomes for children across our kindergarten services.

You will build strong relationships with educators, families and stakeholders while coaching teams to deliver high-quality programs and ensuring compliance with the National Quality

Qualifications

• Teritary Early Childhood Education Qualification in accordance with Education and Care services National Regulations.
• Experience developing, implementing and evaluating early childhood education and care services including policies and quality assurance.
• Pedagogical leadership across teaching teams to support capability and high performance.
• Knowledge of National Quality Framework and School Readiness Funding guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Build positive and productive relationships with educators, families and stakeholders.
• Coach, mentor and support teachers and educators to deliver high-quality programs.
• Lead with initiative, sound judgement and a solutions-focused mindset.
• Champion continuous improvement, inclusion and educational excellence.
• Guide educators and services to implement legislation, policy and funding requirements.
• Influence and engage others through collaboration and shared commitment to children’s learning.

Skills

Pedagogical leadership

Collaboration and relationships

Verbal and written communication

Organisational and prioritisation

Education

Teritary Early Childhood Education Qualification

Job description

Location: Head Office - Civic Building, Torquay

Job Category: Early Years Development

• Permanent Full-Time
• $104,250 - $112,242 pa(plus 12% super and annual pay increases)
• Flexible working arrangements available including flexitime, WFH and RDOs

Who we are

There are not many places in Australia quite like Surf Coast Shire, where you can surf at world-class locations like Bells Beach Djarrak, drive along the scenic coast on the Great Ocean Road, or explore the many waterfalls set in tranquil rainforests.

Surf Coast Shire spans Traditional Lands of the Wadawurrung People and the Gulidjan and Gadubanud Peoples of the Eastern Maar Nation. Locals experience a sought-after quality of life -And when you work with Council, you are helping our community and environment to thrive.

Our people play vital roles in creating an innovative, safe, respectful, and supportive workplace, living our values, and delivering exceptional services to our community.

We work together, we see opportunity, we do what we say, and we make a difference.

Job Description

Your new career

Join a passionate and collaborative Early Years team committed to delivering high-quality kindergarten services that give children the best possible start in life. As Surf Coast Shire Council's Early Years Leadership Team, we support six kindergarten services across the municipality, working alongside educators, families, communities and government partners to support children to develop, learn and thrive through inclusive, engaging and high-quality kindergarten programs.

As the Kindergarten Educational Advisor, you will provide pedagogical leadership and support to teachers and educators, driving quality improvement, educational excellence and positive outcomes for children across Council's kindergarten services.

What you will bring to the role

We're looking for an experienced early childhood professional who is passionate about supporting high-quality educational outcomes for children and building the capability of others. You will be a collaborative leader who enjoys working alongside educators to drive continuous improvement and strengthen practice across kindergarten services.

To thrive in this role, you will:

• Build positive and productive relationships with educators, families and stakeholders.
• Coach, mentor and support teachers and educators to deliver high-quality programs.
• Lead with initiative, sound judgement and a solutions-focused mindset.
• Champion continuous improvement, inclusion and educational excellence.
• Drive quality and inclusion initiatives across kindergarten services, School Readiness Funding, Quality Improvement Plans, Kindergarten Inclusion Support, Reconciliation Action Plans, and Bush and Beach Kinder programs.
• Guide educators and services to effectively implement legislation, policy and funding requirements.
• Influence and engage others through collaboration, expertise and a shared commitment to children's learning and development.

What will make you stand outis your ability to combine strong pedagogical knowledge with a genuine passion for supporting others. You build trust, inspire confidence and work collaboratively to achieve meaningful outcomes for children, families and communities.

Key selection criteria - Mandatory qualifications, experience and requirements

• A Teritary Early Childhood Education Qualification (must be in accordance with Education and Care services National Regulations)
• Demonstrated experience in the development, implementation and evaluation of early childhood education and care services including, developing policies, implementing quality assurance systems and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and standards.
• Demonstrated ability to provide pedagogical leadership that supports capability, accountability and high performance across teaching teams
• Ability to apply sound judgement and make informed decisions to support effective service delivery and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated high level knowledge and understanding of National Quality Framework, Quality Improvement Processes in Early Childhood Education Programs, Kindergarten Funding Guidelines and School readiness funding.
• Demonstrated experience in the planning, implementation, monitoring and acquittal of School Readiness Funding (SRF)
• Demonstrated ability to foster a positive workplace culture through effective leadership, collaboration and relationships
• Well-developed organisational and prioritisation skills and .excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Other requirements

• You have the Right to live and work in Australia.
• A current Working with Children Check (WWCC).. All positions within Council are required to have a current WWCC. All prospective employees cannot commence work with Council until they have a valid WWCC.
• Police Check results that are suitable for this position. All prospective employees will be required to undertake a national and/or international criminal history check before commencing employment with Council. This check will be conducted and paid for by Council.
• This role will require occasional teaching relief work to cover shifts when required.

For More Information

You'll find further details about the role, including accountabilities and key selection criteria, in the Position Description on our website - [ Position Description PDF ]

If you believe you have the knowledge, skills and experience to fulfil this role and would like further information, please contact Mel Iannazzo, Coordinator Early Years on 5261 0600.

Applications close at 11.59pm Sunday 1 November 2026.

Surf Coast Shire Council is an equal opportunity and child safe employer.