Co-Director of Operations - Blairholme ELC

Lauriston; Reggio Emilia; In loco; EUR 40.000 - 55.000; Tempo pieno

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A prestigious educational institution is seeking a passionate and experienced Co-Director of Operations for their Blairholme Early Learning Centre. The role involves shaping educational direction, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of child safety. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education, leadership experience, and strong communication skills. This full-time position requires a commitment to the school’s values and a Reggio Emilia-inspired approach to education.

Competenze

• Must hold current VIT registration.
• Experience in a school-based early learning environment.
• Commitment to the values of Relationships, Courage, Creativity.

Mansioni

• Provide educational and operational leadership.
• Build a culture of reflection and continuous improvement.
• Oversee compliance with educational frameworks.

Conoscenze

Leadership experience in early childhood education

Strong knowledge of National Quality Framework

Excellent communication skills

Formazione

Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) or equivalent

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Co-Director of Operations - Blairholme ELC

Early Learning Centre | Armadale

Co-Directorof Operations – Blairholme Early LearningCentre

LauristonGirls’ School is a forward thinking, independentK-12 School.

LauristonGirls’ School is seeking a passionate and experienced earlychildhood leader to join our Blairholme Early Learning Centre asCo-Director of Operations. This is a uniqueopportunity to help shape the educational direction, culture, anddaily operations of a centre that reflects Lauriston’slong-standing commitment to excellence, innovation, andchild-centred learning.

Aboutthe Role

• Full-time,ongoing position

Alongsidethe Co-Directors of Curriculum and Community – BlairholmeELC, the Co-Director of Operations will be responsible for theeffective management of Blairholme Early Learning Centre, ensuringthe highest standards in educational quality, staff leadership,compliance, and wellbeing. This role assumes responsibility foreducational outcomes and the day-to-day running of the Centre. Youwill create an environment where children are empowered to explore,collaborate, and express their understanding through aReggio Emilia-inspired approach.

Responsibilitiesinclude:

• Provideeducational and operational leadership aligned withLauriston’s strategic vision.
• Builda culture of reflection, collaboration, and continuousimprovement.
• Supportand mentor educators and co-educators in child-centredpractice.
• Overseecompliance with the National Quality Framework, Early YearsLearning Framework and relevant legislation.
• Fosterpositive relationships with families, staff, and the broaderLauriston community.
• Promotea culture of child safety and wellbeing in line with theSchool’s values and obligations.

AboutYou

You are aninspiring and organised educational leader who thrives on fosteringhigh-quality practice in early learning settings. You willbring:

• ABachelor of Education (Early Childhood) or equivalentqualification.
• Provenleadership experience within an early childhood or school-based early learning environment.
• Strongknowledge of the National Quality Framework, Early YearsLearning Framework, and Reggio Emilia philosophy.
• Excellentcommunication and relationship-building skills.
• Acommitment to Lauriston’s values ofRelationships, Courage, Creativity, IntellectualCuriosity, and Engagement inLife.

Pleaserefer to the Position Description for details of theposition.

Allapplicants must hold current VIT registration and have the right tolive and work in Australia.

Applicationsshould be addressed to the Principal, Susan Just,and include a cover letter outlining your suitability to this roleand a current resume.

Applicationsclose Monday 24 November 2025 at 9.00am.

Pleasesubmit applications via our recruitment portal; email applicationswill not be considered.

Applicationswill be reviewed as they are received, and the position may befilled at any stage during the recruitment process. Earlyapplications are strongly encouraged. Only candidatesshortlisted for interview will be contacted with regards to theprogress of their application.

LauristonGirls’ School is a child safe organisation which welcomeschildren, young people and their families. Lauriston Girls’School has zero tolerance for child abuse. Everyone working atLauriston Girls’ School is responsible for the care andprotection of the children and young people within our care andreporting of information about suspected child abuse. Allmembers of staff share in the responsibility for the prevention anddetection of child abuse and promptly raising any issues orconcerns about a child’s safety. All staff are required tofollow the School’s Child Safe policies and Child Safety Codeof Conduct.