Educational Leader

Above award rates + 10% Educator retention payment - Full time opportunity | Off-the-floor, leadership role | Onsite Parking - Dedicated Education and Quality Mentor | New centre opening early 2026 **Lead, Inspire, and Create as an Educational Leader at Explorers** Are you ready to ignite a lifelong love of learning and shape the future of education? As an Educational Leader at Explorers Armstrong Creek, you’ll play a pivotal role in a supportive, innovative leadership team. With your expertise in curriculum programming and mentorship, you’ll inspire educators and create exceptional learning environments where children thrive. **Your Mission: Guiding the Next Generation** In this exciting "off-the-floor" leadership role, you will: - Collaborate with the Centre Director and Director-in-Training to bring our Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum to life. - Mentor and support educators in every room, helping them shine in their roles. - Develop learning environments that spark creativity and curiosity. - Ensure compliance with regulations while championing our company values. - Maintain precise, meaningful documentation of children’s growth and achievements. - Lead the charge on child safety and foster positive learning outcomes for every child in our care. **Why Join Explorers?** By becoming part of our team, you’re not just joining a workplace—you’re joining a community passionate about nurturing the magic of early childhood. **Here’s what we offer**: - Above Award rates for your exceptional contributions.* - Generous childcare fee discount*—because we care for your family too. - Convenient on-site parking. - Professional development, training, and career growth opportunities. - Exciting Culture Club events that celebrate your hard work. - A vibrant, supportive team that feels like family. - Access to a generous resource budget to fuel creativity. - Dedicated Quality and Education Mentors to help you succeed. - Recognition, rewards, and referral bonuses*. - Fully funded first aid courses and renewals. **Shine Brighter with the Explorers Star Program** Take your career to new heights with our performance-based Explorers Star Program Progress through four tiers—from Standard to Superstar—earning competitive hourly rates that go well beyond industry standards as you grow and succeed. **What You Bring to the Table** We’re looking for a passionate leader who embodies: - A Bachelor’s or Diploma qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care. - A deep commitment to children’s development and safety. - A knack for creating and implementing outstanding educational programs. - A solid understanding of the Reggio Emilia approach to early education. - Expertise in the EYLF and NQS frameworks. - First Aid, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis Training. - A valid Working with Children Check (Employee) and Mandatory Reporting. - Australian working rights (Visa/Passport). Join us at Explorers Armstrong Creek, where your passion for early education meets endless opportunities to grow, lead, and inspire. Let’s create a brighter future—together **About Us** Explorers Early Learning is family-owned with 20 beautifully designed Centres across Melbourne. Our purpose-built spaces are crafted to inspire curiosity and deliver quality early education. We’re committed to your growth, offering a clear career path in a supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking environment. Explorers is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal, and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity. Child safe statement Explorers Early Learning is a child-safe organisation. We are committed to the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children, and we expect all team members to uphold our child-safe practices and responsibilities. - T&Cs apply.