Are you ready to bring your leadership skills to life at a well established early learning centre located amongst the Wantirna and surrounding community?

This newly created role is being introduced to embed and implement pedagogical best practice whilst leading and coaching a promising emerging Educational Leader who is also based at our group of childcare centres.

At Wantirna South Early Learning, part of the family owned and operated Advance Childcare Management centres, we are looking for a passionate and adaptable leader to work across all rooms on rotating shifts, mentoring educators, supporting curriculum, and making a real impact on children’s learning every day.

This is a dynamic off-the-floor leadership role, perfect for someone who thrives on variety, connection, and team collaboration.

Your Role: Mentorship, Guidance, and Curriculum Excellence

As the Experienced Educational Leader and Coach, you will:

Work closely with the Centre Manager and Manager Assistant to lead our inquiry-based curriculum

Rotate between rooms to mentor and support educators in creating engaging, child-led programs

Assist in setting up and enhancing learning environments that spark curiosity and creativity

Ensure compliance with EYLF, NQS, and all regulatory standards

Foster a strong child safety culture and promote positive learning outcomes

Support educators with documentation, planning, and reflective practices

Why Join Wantirna South Early Learning Centre?

At Wantirna South ELC we value your ideas, support your growth, and celebrate your success.

Here is what you will enjoy:

Participate in paid, customised professional learning around educational leadership, pedagogy and practice, team culture and philosophy development

Workshops and ongoing mentoring with our pedagogical consultant, KG Learning

Generous childcare discounts

Wellbeing initiatives: fully stocked staff kitchen, wellness areas for relaxation during rest breaks, annual subscription to the ‘Calm’ mindfulness app, access to our in-person EAP service.

Internal career advancement opportunities across our network of centres

Free onsite parking for convenience

Rotating shifts for flexibility and work-life balance

Recognition for hard work and contributions to children's learning, relationships, and team culture

Above award remuneration, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Fun and inclusive Culture Club events

What You Bring

We are looking for a passionate and seasoned Educational Leader who can inspire and support educators, whilst also coaching an emerging Educational Leader.

You will need:

A bachelor’s qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care

Minimum 2 years' experience as an Educational Leader

A strong understanding of EYLF, NQS, and the inquiry-based approach

Experience in mentoring educators, develop high performing teams and leading curriculum development

A flexible, positive and proactive attitude, comfortable rotating shifts and rooms

Strong documentation and communication skills

Excellent time management skills

Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis certificates

A valid Employee Working with Children Check and Mandatory Reporting training

Full Australian working rights

About Us

Wantirna South ELC is a leading provider of high-quality childcare and early learning services in the community. We believe that it takes a village to raise a child, therefore we are active partners who create collaborative relationships with families and the local community.

Our purpose-built centres offer a warm, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can thrive and develop to their full potential. We embrace a tailored and holistic approach to education, focusing on each child's developmental needs and interests.

We offer a secure and safe environment where curiosity is encouraged, concepts are explored, and discovery is celebrated. We are part of a group of centres that have additional programs shaped by the local community. These may include:

Playground to Plate ® program with a dedicated Horticulturalist embedding nutrition, sustainability and environmental awareness

Cooking classes

Art classes

Language classes

Music classes

Bush kinder program.

Wantirna South ELC values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress.
We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.
The safety and wellbeing of children will always be our top priority; Wantirna South ELC has a zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or harm.

Our Pedagogy

Children learn through relationships with people, places and things. All good relationships start with trust and safety first. We recognise that through trust and feeling safe that children’s wellbeing is strengthened. We engage a ‘primary caregiver’ approach which honours the important attachment needed for the child and family as they engage in the early childhood environment.

Play is the context for children’s learning. Through play children learn to take risks, explore, experiment and learn about the world around them. We believe in real-world learning that is underpinned by children’s natural inquiry. Starting with what children are curious about, what they wonder about and what they think about allows us as a teaching team to wrap the curriculum around learning in meaningful ways.