Exceeding Centre with Curiosity Approach Accreditation (first in Qld!)

Non-Contact Role (part of leadership team)

Above award wages - with sign on bonus $$$

The Opportunity

Are you searching for a company that truly values the role of the Educational Leader? Are you passionate about early years education, driven by curiosity and creativity, and committed to supporting holistic child development?

At Sesame Lane, we honour and empower our Educational Leaders. You’ll join a high-quality early education group where your leadership is not just respected—it’s celebrated. And as your career grows, so will our support for you.

We’re excited to offer an opening at one of our exceeding-rated services: Sesame Lane Kippa Ring Regency St. This is a highly sought-after role, and an opportunity to be part of a thriving, innovative early learning community.

The Role

We are looking for a highly motivated and inspiring Early Childhood Educator to take on the Educational Leader.

This is a dedicated leadership role—not tied to a single room—allowing you the time and flexibility to:

Collaborate with educators on programming,

Spend time on the floor mentoring and modelling best practice,

Focus on your own leadership documentation and goals, and

Continue developing your mentoring and pedagogical leadership skills.

You’ll work alongside a supportive leadership team including the Service Managers, an Educational Mentor, Inclusion Support Coordinator, and Area Manager. Together, you'll create rich, meaningful learning environments and drive continuous quality improvement across the service.

This role is ideal for someone who sees themselves as a leader, mentor, and lifelong learner.

Our Approach

Sesame Lane Kippa Ring Regency St is proud to be the first centre in Queensland accredited in the Curiosity Approach. This groundbreaking philosophy has transformed our environments into places of awe and wonder for both children and educators.

Our focus is on sparking curiosity, fostering creativity, and nurturing the holistic development of every child. As Educational Leader, you are at the heart of this mission—guiding the team through meaningful pedagogical shifts and championing quality practice.

Be who you are. Love what you do.

At Sesame Lane, we live by one team, one dream: to make a positive difference in people’s lives—and have a lot of fun along the way!

We believe if you’re good at what you do, you can work anywhere. But if you’re the best at what you do—you belong here.

When you join our team, you become part of something bigger. You’ll be inspired, challenged, supported, and most of all—you’ll grow.

The Sesame Lane Difference

At Sesame Lane, our Values are the core of our business, our name itself is a fun acronym for our values:

S – Smiling is contagious

E – Excellent customer care

S – Safety is our priority

A – Attitude is everything

M – Make someone’s day

E – Empathy; we care enough to show it

The Benefits of working with Sesame Lane

We understand that everyone is unique and you need to feel as though you belong and are valued. By joining the Sesame Lane team you have opportunities to collaboratively work with an experienced team of Leaders and Educators. Here are just some of the other benefits of becoming a Sesame Lane team member:

Collaborate with our experienced and passionate Curriculum Mentors to implement world class learning

Career advancement opportunities across our growing network

Community Support programs

Regular network meetings with other Educational Leaders along with the Educational Mentor.

Access to Laneways! Our incredible employee rewards and recognition program!

Dedicated Educational Mentor that will support you in your learning and mentoring journey.

Digital programming platform – KinderM8

Supportive management structure

Access to paid professional development opportunities including; Training and Development program - Leadership development, curriculum training, annual conference, monthly meetings,

Paid Blue Card, First Aid, CPR, Child Protection, Manual Handling training

Employee referral program – Earn up to $1,000

Amazing child care discount for the children of our team members - 80%

Access to employee well-being and sustainability scheme - Annual flu shot and Employee Assistance Program

Uniforms provided

Attractive above award remuneration package with scope for future growth for the right candidate

Full time or Part time depending on your needs

As the Educational Leader you will

Inspire, guide, and support educators to achieve excellence in early childhood practice, working in partnership with the service’s leadership team.

Mentor educators in assessing and documenting each child’s learning and development, drawing from the approved learning frameworks and contemporary early childhood theories.

Encourage critical reflection by supporting educators to evaluate their pedagogy and children’s learning as an integral part of daily practice.

Lead the service’s preparation for Assessment and Rating, including the development and ongoing review of the Self-Assessment Tool and Quality Improvement Plan (QIP).

Help define clear goals and expectations that support both the efficiency of the service and the quality of the educational program.

Ensure alignment with best practice standards across curriculum planning, professional development, family engagement, and community collaboration.

Assist with coordinating daily operations in partnership with the service managers to support a smooth, high-quality service environment.

Enjoy generous, above-award non-contact time, allowing you the space to plan, reflect, lead, and grow in your role effectively.

Your skills and qualifications should include:

A Growth Mindset,

A love of learning,

Ability in developing and maintaining positive relationships with children families and colleagues,

Suitable qualifications for the role, Hold a Diploma or higher and/or (ACECQA assessed qualifications). Candidates with Bachelor qualifications are encouraged to apply.

A strong understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards and the QKLG,

Excellent leadership and communication skills,

Current Working With Children's Check - Blue Card,

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

A sense of fun and willingness to think outside the box.

An ability to support online learning journey tools (eg KinderM8).

Passion for implementing sustainable practices.

Applicants that have full permanent working rights in Australia should apply. Will consider sponsorship arrangements.

You have a passion for quality education?

Are you ready to become part of our passionate team? If so, then we are ready for you! Please apply via seek or send your cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Questions can be directed to Danielle Poole (Area Manager) on 0407 676 265.

We understand the application process can be challenging and thank you for the time you have made in applying. Please note due to the high level of interest, only short-listed applicants will be contacted.