What we are

We are Sunnybank Community Preschool and Kindergarten offering a nurturing, play-based kindy program that exceeds the national standards. Our Kindergarten has always been well received by families and because we exceed the national standards, we usually have a waitlist with families keen to enrol their children into our program.

Details of role

Position is available for the start of Term 1 in 2026 for 12 months, with possibility of extension and permanency for the right person.

Salary is based on full time salary and will be paid pro rata of the part time days available:

Part time days are Thursday, Fridays and every alternate Wednesday.

As the responsible person, you will report to the Nominated Supervisor and Executive Committee. You will also have Educators and Inclusion Educators available to support you.

Working with the Executive Committee

The Executive Committee is the approved provider - members of the Executive Committee are parents of the children enrolled at the Kindergarten.

As the responsible person, you will ensure the Executive Committee and Nominated Supervisor are immediately notified of reportable conduct and a reasonable suspicion that a child is in need of protection.

Curriculum

Lead the provision of high-quality early childhood education program promoting the Lady Gowrie Queensland philosophy.

Ensure compliance with Quality Area 1, undertaking high quality documentation, planning and critical reflection.

Implement the Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines

Promote and respect the individuality of the child and be responsive in the provision of the program to reflect this.

● Implement a detailed educational program reflective of a child centred curriculum.

In collaboration with all stakeholders develop an inclusive care and education program supported by sound pedagogical theories and practice.

Evaluate the program and its effectiveness through collaboration with children, families and staff.

● Ensure that documentation on children and their learning is maintained, is diverse in observational techniques and holistic in approach.

● Support and supervise staff in their work at the Service, promoting informed and reflective professional practice. The teacher will work in collaboration with the Nominated Supervisor and Educational Leader in supporting the ongoing development of all staff.

Evaluate the program and its effectiveness through collaboration with children, families

Ensure that documentation on children and their learning is maintained, is diverse in observational techniques and holistic in approach.

Implement a range of proactive strategies to promote two-way information sharing between home and the Service, including feedback on Service provision.

Support integrated service delivery through the development of professional networks with contacts outside the Lady Gowrie Community Kindergarten, including child health and other specialist services, schools, parenting and family support services.

Ensure compliance with Quality Area 1 undertaking high quality documentation and planning and critical reflection.

Working with Children and Families

Provide an environment that welcomes children and families and creates a sense of community within the program.

Demonstrate an understanding and empathetic attitude when working with families

Communicate with children in a meaningful and authentic manner that supports and encourages children's participation within the program and develop rich relationships with each individual.

● Promote and facilitate meaningful parent participation in all aspects of Service provision, and support staff in this important aspect of their work.

● Promote the management of children's behaviour in accordance with Lady Gowrie Community Kindergartens Behaviour Management Policy.

Human Resource Management and Support

Attend and actively participate in parent / family meetings and Service events

● Actively engage with families in sharing information relative to their child

● Supportive of the diversity of families and their culture in engaging them in the program and caring for their children.

● Promote and maintain effective teamwork communications with staff, volunteers and students.

● Develop and maintain cooperative and harmonious relationships and work in collaboration with others to prevent and/or resolve difficulties.

Communicate and regularly review kindergarten service policies, procedures and practices with staff to promote consistent high quality service provision.

● Support and encourage the Educator/s to actively participate in the care and education of the children in the program, inclusive of record keeping and documentation.

● Support the inclusion and participation of students and volunteers, ensuring the appropriateness of working with and communicating with children

● Promote and support professional development for staff, including attending and leading professional development sessions.

Supporting the Kindergarten Service

● Ensure that the Kindergarten Service, inclusive of both indoor and outdoor environments is aesthetically inviting for children to engage in play and adheres to safety requirements as per regulatory requirements.

● Ensure the hygiene and safety of the conditions of equipment and materials

● Record and arrange any maintenance issues relative to equipment or the service.

● Comply with all regulatory requirements relative to the Service.

● Maintain all Kindergarten Service enrolments and record information relative to the children and families, reflective of Kindergarten Service procedures and legislative requirements.

Continuous Quality Improvement

● Ensure that all statutory requirements with respect to the Service are being met or exceeded (e.g., National Quality Framework, Approved Kindergarten Program Provider, Reporting Duty under Child Protection Act, funding agreement).

● In collaboration with the staff and management undertake self-assessment and ongoing implementation of the Kindergarten Service Quality Improvement Plan.

● Promote and support reflective practice in the Service.

● Identify opportunities and options to promote and support high quality service provision and the best outcomes for children, families and staff.

● Be aware of and implement at all times, procedures in relation to Child Protection including minimising risk for yourself as an Early Childhood Education and Care Practitioner, through having clear communication about the space/area you are supporting children with other staff throughout the program day.

Workplace Health and Safety

● Keep up to date with Workplace Health and Safety legislation and regulations as they pertain to the kindergarten service.

● Participate in the development, implementation and review of service WH&S policies and procedures.

● Facilitate information sharing and training regarding WH&S and ensure that safe work practices are adhered to and all safety equipment used when appropriate.

● Ensure that any equipment or facilities posing a safety risk are identified, recorded, followed up in a timely manner, and reported to the Service Manager (Nominated Supervisor) as required

• Facilitate regular safety drills, including fire evacuation and Service lock down procedures.

• Be aware of and implement at all times, procedures in relation to Child Protection including minimising risk for yourself as an Early Childhood Education and Care practitioner, through having clear communication about the space/area you are supporting children with other staff throughout the program.

Other Duties

• Engagement in research, special projects, training and consultancy as required

Ongoing Requirements

Curriculum

Working with Children and Families

Human Resource Management and Support

Supporting the Centre

Continuous Quality Improvement

Workplace Health and Safety

Inclusive practices

Essential Qualifications

Senior first aid certificate, including resuscitation certificate including certificate and training in the emergency management of anaphylaxis and asthma.

Current Suitability Card or Exemption Card for Registered Teachers.

Registration with the Queensland College of Teacher's preferred.

Minimum three year qualification in Early Childhood Education.

Approved Kindergarten Program Teacher requirements.