Lead and Inspire: Become Our Educational Leader at Clarence Street LDC

Join us in leading a passionate team of educators, championing outstanding early learning, and transforming Clarence Street LDC into a vibrant community where every child’s potential is unlocked and celebrated.

Your Role:
As the Educational Leader, you will be at the forefront of delivering excellence in early childhood education. In this key role, you’ll mentor and guide a dedicated team of educators, driving practice that not only meets but exceeds national standards—ensuring every child benefits from a rich, high-quality learning experience.

What you will do:

• Lead with Purpose: Spearhead the implementation of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standard (NQS), embedding best practices throughout the service.
• Mentor & Empower: Support educators in curriculum design, intentional teaching, and reflective practice to elevate learning outcomes.
• Champion Continuous Improvement: Play a vital role in developing, reviewing, and evolving the Quality Improvement Plan (QIP), reinforcing our commitment to excellence.
• Facilitate Growth: Lead engaging professional learning sessions and foster team collaboration to inspire pedagogical innovation and shared vision.
• Create Inspiring Environments: Ensure learning spaces are inclusive, engaging, and tailored to children’s interests and developmental stages—where every child feels valued, supported, and inspired to thrive.

You will ensure that all education and care programs align with approved curriculum frameworks, the National Quality Framework, current research, and innovative early learning practices.

The Ideal Candidate:
We seek a positive, motivated Educational Leader eager to grow and inspire. Essential qualifications and attributes include:

• Degree or Diploma in Early Childhood Education (ACECQA approved)
• Strong knowledge of the EYLF, NQS, and contemporary early childhood pedagogy
• Proven experience in an educational leadership role
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and support a team of educators
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Collaborative, proactive, and reflective approach to early childhood education
• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC), First Aid, and CPR certification

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary: Reflecting your skills and achievements, rewarding your expertise generously.
• Flexible Work Location: Primarily at Clarence Street LDC, with opportunities to work additional shifts across CEEC’s 130+ services if you wish.
• Continuous Growth: Access to professional development and further study opportunities to foster your ongoing learning and career advancement.
• Reward & Recognition: Celebrate your contributions through our employee recognition programs.
• Employee Referral Bonus: Refer great candidates to join CEEC and receive a bonus as a thank-you.

Our Commitment to Keeping our Staff and Children Safe
Catholic Early EdCare is dedicated to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children in its care and maintains a zero-tolerance approach to any form of abuse. The protection of children is our highest priority. To uphold this commitment, we conduct referee checks and criminal history screenings as part of our recruitment process, and all employees working with children must hold a current Queensland Working with Children Check (Blue Card).

How to Apply:
Ready to embark on this exciting journey with us? To apply, submit your resume, along with a cover letter telling us why you're the perfect fit for the role.

Catholic Early EdCare is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage applications from all individuals, including those from diverse backgrounds.