Director of Early Learning Centre - Oakleigh Grammar

Applications are warmly invited for the position of Director of Early Learning Centre (ELC) atOakleigh Grammar. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a collaborative team in creating an adaptable setting that fosters the well-being, relationships, and learning of children.

The Early Learning Centre (ELC) at Oakleigh Grammar is inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy. Valuing each child as central to their own learning.

The Director of Early Learning Centre (ELC) at Oakleigh Grammar is a significant role and requires:

• An authentic and respectful educational leader with personal warmth and a visible presence.
• A compassionate and nurturing leader with outstanding strategic and operational skills.
• An excellent communicator who fosters community and builds stakeholder capacity.
• An innovative educator, able to inspire relevant, authentic, and contemporary programs.

Primary Purpose of the Role
The Director of Early Learning Centre (ELC) leads the delivery and quality assurance of the Early Years curriculum framework and is responsible for the effective organisation, administration and management of the ELC.

The Director of ELC will be a member of the Executive Leadership team and have a strong presence with the Oakleigh Grammar community and be a proud representative of our brand.

Key Responsibilities and Essential Criteria (abridged, full details in Applicant Information Pack):
  
ELC Management and Learning Leadership

• Strong collaborative advocacy and leadership of the ELC.
• Creating a safe, welcoming supportive and informative environment for all members of the ELC community.
• Maintaining and developing effective policies and practice within the Centre.
• Overseeing day-to-day operations, including after school care and holiday programs (administration).

Promoting the Health and Safety of all Staff and Students

• Assisting with the development of operational policies and procedures as set down by the National Quality Standards, the Education and Care Services National Law Act 2010, the Education and Care Services National Regulations 2011 and Victorian Early Years Learning Framework and ensure daily practices are in accordance with these requirements.
• Assessing students’ health and providing first aid as required, following medical or risk management plans or administering medication as requested, in line with the Centre procedures and policies.

Staff Professional Learning and Support

• Working with the Head of Junior School to ensure a cooperative and collaborative working environment and modelling exemplary professional behaviour and integrity.
• Ensuring that all Early Learning Centre staff are cognisant of current trends in teaching and learning practices in early years education.

Qualifications and Skills (abridged, full details in Applicant Information Pack):
Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Years Education or recognised equivalent.
• A recognised teaching qualification and current registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT).
• Current Senior First Aid, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Management training and qualifications.
• Working knowledge of the National Quality Standards, Education and Care Services National Law Act 2010 and Education and Care Services National Regulations 2011.

  
APPLICATION PROCESS: 
Your application should be submitted as one PDF document containing:

• Covering letter addressing the essential selection criteria, (no more than 2 pages)
• Curriculum Vitae 
• Copy of Working with Children Check and/or VIT registration 

Applications close Monday 26th February
  
Applications should be emailed to Kate Deane, Senior Executive Consultant
E: ******@anzuk.education M: 0407 688 ***
Or
Isaac Dunmall, Permanent Opportunities Consultant
E: *******@anzuk.education P: 03 9977 3***
  
A concurrent search is being conducted. 

Oakleigh Grammar reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. 

Child Safe Standards

Oakleigh Grammar has a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse. The School must comply with the minimum standard for the care, safety and welfare of students as detailed in the child safe standards specified by Ministerial Order No. 1359.

Oakleigh Grammar is a Child Safe School and we are committed to ensuring a culture of child safety. We provide a safe environment for every child and student. All students have a right to feel safe and to be safe. We want our students to be secure, happy and empowered. We support and respect all children, from all cultural backgrounds and faiths.