Quality and Safety Leader
3 days ago
Join to apply for the Quality and Safety Leader role at Explorers Early Learning.
The Opportunity: As a Quality and Safety Leader at Williams Landing, you'll be the heartbeat of quality, safety, and compliance in your centre. You'll mentor and inspire educators, drive excellence in practice, and ensure that our environments are not only safe and compliant—but exceptional places for learning and growth. You'll Lead With Curiosity, Coach With Compassion, and Embed Practices That Go Beyond The Checklist—creating Meaningful Impact For Children And Peace Of Mind For Families.
Your Mission Will Be:
- Champion a child-safe culture where every child feels seen, heard, and protected.
- Embed high-quality practices that align with the National Quality Standard, particularly in Quality Areas 2, 3, 4 & 6.
- Mentor and support educators through coaching, reflection, and hands-on guidance.
- Drive continuous improvement using the Quality Improvement Plan (QIP) and prepare your centre for Assessment & Rating.
- Build strong, trusting relationships with families and the local community.
- Partner with leadership to create a high-performing, passionate, and inclusive team.
- Generous Above-Award Salary
- Generous Childcare Fee Discount*
- Growth Opportunities with industry-leading professional development and genuine career progression opportunities.
- Onsite Parking
- Support from an "off the floor" Director, Educational Leader, and Operations Team
- Continuous Professional Development Opportunities
- Culture Club Events and annual awards celebrations
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Diploma or higher in Early Childhood Education & Care
- Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis certificates
- Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- Mandatory Reporting and Food Safety Training
- Deep understanding of the NQF, Child Safe Standards, and EYLF
- Experience in coaching, mentoring, or leading teams in early education (preferred)
- A passion for creating safe, inclusive, and high-performing environments
Situated on Fogarty Street, within walking distance from Addison Wetlands, our Centre offers a nurturing environment for children. The Centre features learning and care rooms for babies through to 3 and 4 year old Kindergarten spaces, landscaped outdoor play areas and interactive learning spaces, and a professional kitchen for delicious, healthy meals. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, the central piazza fosters belonging and collaboration within the Explorers Williams Landing community.
About ExplorersExplorers Early Learning is a family-owned business with 20 childcare Centres across Melbourne. Our purpose-built Centres reflect our commitment to delivering exceptional care and education. We are dedicated to providing a clear career path for team members and delivering authentic Reggio Emilia-inspired, quality early education. Explorers is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal, and inclusive workplace that embraces diversity. We encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all ages, races, ethnicities, religions, genders, abilities, sexual orientations, and cultural backgrounds.
If you're a passionate educator with a heart for quality and a head for safety, we want to hear from you. Join a team that values your voice, supports your growth, and celebrates your contribution.
Equal OpportunityExplorers is an equal opportunity employer. T&Cs apply.
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