AddressChildcare Educational Leader | Thomastown
Journey Early Learning is seeking an enthusiastic, passionate, and experienced Educational Leader to lead the pedagogy and curriculum Journey Early Learning | Thomastown
Who are we?
At Journey Early Learning, we aim to create a safe, secure, homely environment where everyone feels welcome. Our future is one filled with endless possibilities and growth opportunities, and together, we’ve developed an educational approach that is inspiring, stimulating and encouraging.
What do we offer?
Our people are at the heart of our success and in shaping our children’s future. We recognise and celebrate that each member of our community brings the best version of themselves to work every day. In return, we provide opportunities to grow, be inspired, empowered and truly love where you work.
Joining our community provides you access to the below benefits:
80% off Childcare Discounts
Take part in our Leadership training and development opportunities
Competitive Centre Manager Incentive and Bonus Scheme
Anniversary Gifts to recognise you
Paid Birthday Leave
Access to visible leaders and founders
Mental Health First Aid
Employee Assistance Program
Opportunities to participate in targeted professional learning
Emerging leadership opportunities for growth and career development
Immediate access to our learning portal, Journey Academy
High-quality resources and environments
Core values that we live and breathe
What’s the role?
The Educational Leader has an influential role in promoting positive outcomes for children and families. Effective Educational Leadership builds the capacity of educators by inspiring, motivating, affirming, challenging, and extending their practice and pedagogy. This joint endeavour involves inquiry and reflection and supports ongoing learning and professional development.
We are genuinely committed to investing in our people. We will offer you the tools, training and support needed in your new role.
Your main responsibilities will include:
Bringing the Journey Values of connection, communication and consideration to life and reflect this in everyday practice.
Ability to adhere to Journey’s child safe policy and code of conduct
Bringing the Journey Standards to life while ensuring all team members understand and are following these.
Develop and monitor individual and group coaching plans.
Monitor and approve centre Storypark posts
Contribute to the ongoing development of the centres Quality Improvement Plan (QIP)
Role modelling, driving, supporting, and reflecting on agreed practice
Engaging with families and the community
Conducting and supporting professional conversations
Being an active member of the Centre Leadership Team
Guiding and participating in the Lead Educator meetings.
Who are you?
You are an experienced leader within the Early Childhood Education and Care sector with a strong understanding of compliance, team leadership and demonstrating exceeding levels of practice.
Key skills and requirements:
ACECQA Approved Diploma in Children’s Services or bachelor’s degree (Early Education) or, working towards
Current Working with Children Check
A demonstrated commitment to providing a safe, caring, non-judgemental and supportive environment for all children and their families
A demonstrated ability to adhere to and understand the ECA code of Ethics and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child
Demonstrated understanding of appropriate behaviours while engaging with children
So, if this opportunity resonates with you and you believe you can contribute to the team’s success in this role – apply now!
Join us at Journey Early Learning…where it all begins.
https://journey.edu.au/
Journey Early Learning promotes the safety, well-being, and inclusion of all children, including those with a disability, from culturally or linguistically diverse backgrounds. We are committed to all children's safety, participation, and empowerment.
