Early Childhood Education Director

2 weeks ago


Mawson Lakes, South Australia Goodstart Early Learning Full time
Lead Practice Partner Opportunity at Goodstart Early Learning

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to join our team as a Lead Practice Partner, focusing on quality improvements in Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) across the State.

About the Role

This critical leadership position involves spearheading quality improvements, providing visionary leadership, and expert guidance to drive excellence in teaching and learning. You will lead the way in empowering our Practice Team to support and uplift quality practices and be at the forefront of delivering the National Quality Standards and Early Years Learning Framework with unmatched expertise.

Key Responsibilities
  • Analyse Practice data for each centre and present recommendations to State Managers on the Quality Improvement Plan Practice actions for the centre, working together to ensure a coordinated and aligned approach for centres.
  • Lead the Practice Partners to ensure the delivery of high-quality and consistent Practice across centres, delivered through effective coaching and modelling to build sustainable teaching and learning capability in the centre teams.
  • Provide leadership, coaching, and co-ordination of state practice improvement teams supporting centres to lift practice through the use of Quality Rating Scales, nationally and state accredited Early Learning Frameworks such as the Early Years Learning Framework v2.0 (EYLF) and the National Quality Standards (NQS).
  • Spending most time in centres to connect with and observe the teaching and learning for ALL children strategies and environments of centre teams, as a means of assuring and validating the centre's self-assessment.
  • Review the outcomes and effectiveness of practice interventions to improve service quality.
  • Take an active role in the State and National Leadership Teams – working collaboratively and respectively with peers.
  • Recognise and respond to safety issues proactively and support centres to comply with all legislation that applies to children – Child Protection, National Regulations and Workplace Health and Safety.
What We Offer

As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

  • A competitive salary estimated at AU$110,000 - AU$130,000 per annum, based on your experience and qualifications.
  • Fully Maintained Company Car or Car Allowance, Laptop and Phone.
  • Access to discounted childcare (up to 15%).
  • Discounted health care and access to employee wellbeing program with BUPA.
  • Exclusive discounts on travel, gym memberships, Apple and Dell products, and more.
  • Free annual flu shot (optional).
  • Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work-life balance.
  • First Nations Support and Cultural Leave.
  • Work for a company that has an aspiration to be globally recognised for early years practice and learning outcomes.
  • Gain significant investment in your growth and development with support, tools, training, and experiences that will truly enhance the progress and outcomes for children in their earliest years.
  • Be a part of a team and work environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging, inclusion, and purpose.
Requirements

To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • Minimum 4-year Early Childhood qualification from a recognised university.
  • A tested track record of teaching and learning practice uplift delivery.
  • Experience in working at a "State" or national level in practice uplift.
  • Extensive practice-based early childhood education experience (aged birth to 8 years).
  • Sound knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework, other State-based approved/recognised learning guidelines, and the National Quality Standard.
  • Experience of leading a team and being a team member.
How to Apply

Please submit your application, highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage of the process.



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