Educational Leader - 12-Month Maternity Leave Contract

Part-time Monday and Tuesday

Trinity Lutheran College is a leading Christian co-educational school offering a holistic and dynamic learning experience from early childhood through to Year 12. Situated in the beautiful, centrally located Ashmore area on the Gold Coast, we are committed to providing a world-class education that supports the growth and success of every student.

We are excited to offer an opportunity to join our Little Stars Early Learning Centre team. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Educational Leader to join our ELC on a 12-month maternity leave contract.

About the Role

As an experienced Leader, you will ensure the early childhood program meets the goals of the approved learning framework, the Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines, and the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program (PYP), helping to guide and implement best practices.

Key details:

Part-time, 12-month maternity leave position, Monday and Tuesday

Sessional teaching hours with paid school holidays (7 weeks prorata total: 4 weeks at Christmas and 1 week each term)

Working hours: Flexible two 8-hour days to lead and facilitate.

Ensure Trinity Lutheran College Early Learning Centre fosters a rich play-based and inquiry-driven learning environment, where programs are thoughtfully designed in response to each child’s ideas, strengths, and abilities, cultivating confident, capable, and independent learners

Be part of an inclusive, supportive, and close-knit team where community is at the heart of everything we do.

Work in a smaller centre that allows for meaningful connections and personalised care.

Engage with the wider Junior Years College and participate in whole-school events.

About You

Your skills and experience include:

Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education (or ACECQA-approved equivalent) or Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent)

Current Working with Children Check (Blue Card) and First Aid/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)

Accredited Child Protection Training

Minimum 3 years’ experience in a leadership role in an Early Childhood Service or minimum 5 years’ experience working in an Early Childhood Service.

Be willing to accept the role of Responsible Person under the Education and Care Services National Law Application Bill 2010 and Education and Care Services National Regulation.

Demonstrated knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework V2.0 (EYLF) and Education and Care Services National Law (2010), Education and Care Services National Regulations (2011), Family Assistance Law (Child Care Subsidy 2018)

Knowledge of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program (PYP)

Key Responsibilities

Be responsible for the development, implementation and reflection of a high-quality program based on service values and philosophy in collaboration with the director, educators and management.

Inspire and mentor educators on the implementation of service pedagogy/program to ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework (NQF), National Law, and National Regulations, as well as the National Quality Standard and approved learning frameworks, including the EYLF V2.0 and Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines, and the PYP framework.

Assist the Director in maintaining a healthy indoor and outdoor environment. Commitment to continual improvement of the quality of care and experience each child and family receives

Ensure the early childhood program meets the goals of the approved learning frameworks we work within

Supervise the collection, recording and evaluation of children’s records and observations, as required under the Education and Care Services National Regulations and regulatory authority and ensure all educators within the service comply with these requirements

In collaboration with the director, assist with the development, implementation and update of the Quality Improvement Plan for the service

Build and maintain positive relationships with children, families, educators and staff to deliver best outcomes for families and children

Promote a healthy team environment and develop positive channels of communication to foster a cohesive team environment where educators feel supported and valued

Facilitate and participate in ongoing professional development and training programs

Provide feedback to educators regarding their conduct and work practices about the service program, whilst creating a supportive workplace environment

Oversee the assessment and planning cycle to design programs that enhance and extend each child’s learning and development. This includes observation, analysis of learning, documentation, planning, implementation, and reflection.

Build positive relationships with children, families, and the wider school community

Collaborate with Junior Years teachers to ensure a smooth transition for children from Kindergarten to Prep

Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices in early childhood education

Why Join Little Stars Early Learning?

A strong sense of community where you can make a real difference

Supportive, collaborative team culture

Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellbeing initiatives

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Paid school holidays (prorata 7 weeks annually)

This is your chance to join a dedicated and caring team that values each child’s unique journey and supports staff to achieve their best.

How to apply

Applications with covering letter and resume, relevant qualifications, blue card are to be emailed to the Early Learning Centre Director at [email protected]

Any further queries about these positions can be directed to Gabrielle Macdonald, Early Learning Centre Director by calling (07) 5556 8300 or emailing [email protected]

Interviews of suitable candidates will commence as soon as they are identified.

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply ASAP.

Trinity Lutheran College is an equal opportunity employer

For those passionate about direct teaching, we also have an Early Childhood Teacher role currently available - https://www.seek.com.au/job/85621739