Role: Director I Educational Leader I Nominated Supervisor.

Qualification: Early Childhood Teacher, preferred.

Employment Type: Full time.

Hours: Flexible to work between the hours of 7:30am - 6:00pm

Pay: Up to $108,680 per year + super – experience and qualification dependent

Allowance: Director I Educational Leader

This role is perfect for a highly passionate and accomplished early childhood professional whose heart belongs to the children. Do you have the expertise to mentor educators to refine their practice skills? Are you a powerful questioner and generative listener? Bring your sound pedagogical knowledge and experience to support and inspire a harmonious working environment.

Our service benefits:

Peer mentoring from experienced colleagues - work alongside the existing Director & Educational Leader who are the Approved Providers and owners – and be mentored and supported to take the lead with confidence

An extensive induction process to gain a better understanding of your role and responsibilities

Opportunity to work casually at the service - prior to taking on permanency

Funded wellbeing retreats to support you to practice self-care & nurture your mind

Rostered day off on your birthday

Flexible working arrangements

Paid professional development opportunities

Secure and stable family owned and operated working environment

2 weeks closure during Christmas and New Year period

A safe environment to learn and grow within

What we need from you:

Australian working rights

Current and valid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC)

Current approved first aid, CPR, anaphylaxis and asthma management certificates

an ACECQA recognised Early Childhood Teaching degree (preferred) with proficient Teacher Accreditation (NESA)

Completed Child Protection Training as well as demonstrated understanding of current child safe practices

Extensive experience around staff development & leadership, policy writing and management

Evidence of exceeding practices

Extensive understanding of the EYLF planning cycle and contemporary pedagogies that influence practice

Comprehensive understanding of the National Education and Care Services Law I Regulations I National Quality Framework I Standards

Experience in past leadership roles in early childhood education

Open to learning, well organised and clear communicator with a high level of verbal and written skills

More about the role

In this role, you will work within the service leadership team and seek the perspective of the community and key stakeholders - to lead change and practice collaborative development.

More about the service

Educoe is a family owned and operated service. Driven by two highly accomplished teachers, Jessica and Rebecca - sisters, mothers and university qualified teachers. With the strength of their team, and their unwavering commitment to creating a world where every child feels safe, valued, and respected - Educoe has become a reputable, sought after service.

High quality education and care is provided to 34 children per day, who are aged between 6 weeks to 6 years old.

Conveniently located, only a 10-minute walk to Revesby train station.

The service philosophy

The service is deeply inspired by Magda Gerber’s respectful caregiving approach. The philosophy incorporates a deep respect and appreciation of the child - an approach which honours infants and young children as equal members in relationships.

The working environment - a home away from home…

Educoe is more than just a workplace, it is a place where each person is valued for their unique individuality. Each educator is encouraged to be who they are, to share their identity, and embrace their culture.

‘The wellbeing of our team is integral to everything we do’ - Jessica & Rebecca, Approved Providers.

Want a real perspective? Ask the Educoe community and hear what they have to say…

‘Your ideas and feelings are not just listened to, they are respected.’ - Aya, Infant Educarer.

‘The unconditional love I receive at work from the children and my teammates is a great incentive to come to work. I love my Educoe family.’ - Faiza, Educarer.

‘I feel safe, welcomed, and accepted.’ - Tram, Educarer.

‘Educoe is an inclusive environment that supports the individual needs of each person. We are a loving family that opens our arms to everyone.’ - Kimberly, Educarer.

‘Educoe makes me feel safe to face challenges and to learn from them.’ - Natalie, Educarer.

'I feel so thankful to be apart of the Educoe team,' - Sami, Educarer.

‘It takes a special kind of person to fit into this community. It takes someone who really cares’ – Amanda, parent of child.

Join this dedicated team of passionate educators who are motivated by their love for children.

***Apply for the position***

To apply, please upload your most recent resume.

Should you like to learn more about this role, feel free to contact Rebecca on 0426 438 449.