Education Leader

2 weeks ago

Flemington, Australia Employment Hero Full time

We are Sparkways (formally TRY) and as part of a Social Purpose organisation we have a vision to create a meaningful difference in the lives of children. We strive to provide ALL children with access to high quality Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC). We are seeking a dynamic Assistant Director / Education Leader to join our management team at the Showgrounds Children’s Centre, Flemington.

**We want to meet you**
- Do you have a body of work in and passion for Educational Leadership?
- Can you lead pedagogy - planning, resourcing and staff coaching?
- Is the Showgrounds Children’s Centre in Flemington a good location for you?
- Do you get great feedback on your ability to engage with educators, families and children?
- Do people describe you as positive, energetic and great to work with?
- Are you seeking a career pathway within a leading Early Learning team?

**We can offer you**
- Competitive salary rate
- A secure, permanent and rewarding position in a well-established and busy centre
- Part time or Full time
- Recognition as a valued colleague working together to provide learning to ALL children
- A supportive workplace with opportunities for professional development
- Discounted childcare fees
- The opportunity to belong to an organisation with strong values, ethics and commitment to children and the ECEC workforce

**The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate**
- Pedagogical proficiency
- People leadership success
- Systems competency
- Examples of using their passion for early years care, development and education of children
- Applied understanding of the National Quality Framework and Early Years Learning and Development Framework
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Diploma or degree in a relevant field

**How to apply**

Attach your current resume

Include a cover letter responding to the following questions:
1. Provide a summary of the pedagogy leadership you would bring

2. Tell us about some staff leadership successes you have achieved

3. Tell us why you are interested in this position

**Any questions?**

**More about Showgrounds Children’s Centre**

Ages 6 weeks to 6 years - Long day care - 163 places - Integrated 3-year-old and 4-year-old kindergarten programs

Our program aims to provide children with a wonderful and delightful education experience where they build friendships, enjoy leaning and discovery, build on their strengths and capabilities reaching their potential as they continue on their educational journey.

Each room’s programs emerge from the interests, passions and interactions of children, families and staff to maximize children’s and staff motivation to investigate, participate, imagine and create as a community of learners

**The Sparkways difference**

At Sparkways (Formally TRY) we’re more than just an early learning and care provider. As a non-denominational, not-for-profit organisation we work with communities to improve the life chances of children and young people facing adversity. We do this by helping them to achieve great educational and employment outcomes through our youth mentoring and employment pathway programs, as well as supporting vulnerable families to access early learning.

When you join Sparkways you’re joining an organisation with a 137 year strong history of making a meaningful difference to the lives chances of children and young people. Are you ready to make a difference?

**Child safety and inclusiveness**

Sparkways Children’s Services and all our Centres are committed to child safety. The protection and wellbeing of children and young persons is reflected in our zero tolerance for child abuse. All staff and volunteers have a moral and legal responsibility to ensure that young people are safe whilst involved in our care and programs. All children have the right to safety and security and the protection from physical, emotional, verbal and sexual abuse and neglect.

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