Ece Pedagogy, Policy and Practice Advisor

Not For Profit Organisation | LDC and Traditional Preschools.
- Competitive Salary + Super dependent qualifications and experience.
- Full Time | Salary Packaging | Car Allowance | Laptop and Phone provided.

**Early Years Education Leadership Opportunity**

If you’re a dedicated and experienced leader with a passion for early childhood education, we would love to hear from you.

Join our team and make a real impact on shaping the future of education and care. As a Pedagogy, Policy and Practice advisor, you'll have the opportunity to drive change and ensure our policies align with industry leading best practices. Your expertise will be invaluable in supporting our team and making a difference in the lives of those we serve.

**About the role**
- Provide clear and concise advice and recommendations on best practices in pedagogy, policies and practices.
- Design and facilitate learning opportunities for Educators, Educational Leaders, and Early Childhood Teachers.
- Drive innovation and improvement in the Education and Care sector.
- Review and provide recommendations on policies, procedures and implement initiatives and programs.
- Collaborate with stakeholders and implement initiatives and programs.
- Develop and deliver training and professional development in education.
- Conduct research and analysis to guide decision making, and improve performance within the organisation.
- Maintain updated knowledge of industry changes and share it with stakeholders.
- Provide onsite support - travel to services, compliance audits and Assessment and Ratings.
- This role will be reporting to the Senior Manager.
- Our services are in Greater Western Sydney and The Hills District.

**About you**
- You’re dedicated to developing programs to enhance the future of children.
- You’re self motivated, efficient, approachable, reliable, proactive, and demonstrate a resilient attitude.
- Demonstrated ability to successfully support frameworks including the Early Years Learning Framework (Early Years).
- Have knowledge of NESA policy and requirements for provisional and proficient Teachers. (Early Years).
- Prior experience working with children's services to ensure that programming quality areas are met to a high standard.
- Proven ability to collaborate with a large team in high quality service provision.
- Ability to manage complex situations including matters of escalation where appropriate.
- Proven ability in supporting team members to demonstrate best practice in education and care.
- A commitment to professional and personal development as well as a commitment to maintaining current knowledge in education and pedagogy.
- Establish authentic relationships to gain an understanding of challenges faced by relevant stakeholders.
- Excellent listening skills and both written and verbal communication with the ability to tailor according to relevant stakeholders.

**Job Requirements**
- Tertiary (university) qualification in Early childhood or equivalent degree, ACECQA recognised University Degree - For Early Years Learning. **(**Bachelor of Early Childhood Education).**:

- Registered as an accredited teacher with NESA.
- Minimum 3 years experience in a leadership role in Early Childhood **(Director, Service Coordinator or Educational Leader.)**:

- Have a strong understanding of contemporary curriculum approaches, specifically a thorough knowledge of the approved learning frameworks and relevant research.
- Provide first aid in a childcare setting **(HLTAID012)** or be willing to obtain.
- Identify and respond to children and young people at risk **(CHCPRT001) **or willing to obtain.
- Current Driver’s License and own vehicle.
- Valid NSW Working with Children Check **(WWCC).**:

- Police Check, National and/or International.
- Covid 19 **Vaccination **_(double Vaccinated)_ or approved **Medical Exemption.**

**Child Safety**:
Looking for an individual that understands, adheres to, and promotes
**The National Principles for Child Safe Organisations**. In your position, you will create a culture, adopt strategies, and take action to promote child wellbeing and prevent harm to children and young people.
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