Childcare Educational Leader

Childcare Educational Leader | Lucas Rise

Journey Early Learning is seeking an enthusiastic, passionate, and experienced Educational Leader to lead the pedagogy and curriculum Journey Early Learning | Lucas Rise

Who are we?

At Journey Early Learning, we aim to create a safe, secure, homely environment where everyone feels welcome. Our future is one filled with endless possibilities and growth opportunities, and together, we’ve developed an educational approach that is inspiring, stimulating and encouraging.

When it comes to early learning, our educators have a vital role to play. Journey educators are passionate, considerate, educated, inspirational and welcoming. Our educators understand that learning is a journey and enjoy developing deeper connections with children, families, and the wider community.

What do we offer?

Our people are at the heart of our success and in shaping our children’s future. We recognise and celebrate that each member of our community brings the best version of themselves to work every day. In return, we provide opportunities to grow, be inspired, empowered and truly love where you work.

Joining our community provides you access to the below benefits:
80% off Childcare Discounts

Take part in our Leadership training and development opportunities

Competitive Centre Manager Incentive and Bonus Scheme

Anniversary Gifts to recognise you

Paid Birthday Leave

Access to visible leaders and founders

Mental Health First Aid

Employee Assistance Program

Opportunities to participate in targeted professional learning

Emerging leadership opportunities for growth and career development

Immediate access to our learning portal, Journey Academy

High-quality resources and environments

Core values that we live and breathe

What’s the role?

The educational leader has an influential role in promoting positive outcomes for children and families. Effective educational leadership builds the capacity of educators by inspiring, motivating, affirming, challenging, and extending their practice and pedagogy. This joint endeavour involves inquiry and reflection and supports ongoing learning and professional development.

We are genuinely committed to investing in our people. We will offer you the tools, training and support needed in your new role.

**Your main responsibilities will include**:
Bringing the Journey Values of connection, communication and consideration to life and reflect this in everyday practice.

Ability to adhere to Journey’s child safe policy and code of conduct

Bringing the Journey Standards to life while ensuring all team members understand and are following these.

Develop and monitor individual and group coaching plans.

Monitor and approve centre Storypark posts

Contribute to the ongoing development of the centres Quality Improvement Plan (QIP)

Role modelling, driving, supporting, and reflecting on agreed practice

Engaging with families and the community

Conducting and supporting professional conversations

Being an active member of the Centre Leadership Team

Guiding and participating in the Lead Educator meetings.

Who are you?

You are an experienced leader within the Early Childhood Education and Care sector with a strong understanding of compliance, team leadership and demonstrating exceeding levels of practice.

**Key skills and requirements**:
ACECQA Approved Diploma in Children’s Services or bachelor’s degree (Early Education) or, working towards

Current Working with Children Check

A demonstrated commitment to providing a safe, caring, non-judgemental and supportive environment for all children and their families

A demonstrated ability to adhere to and understand the ECA code of Ethics and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child

Demonstrated understanding of appropriate behaviours while engaging with children

Join us at Journey Early Learning where it all begins.

Journey Early Learning promotes the safety, well-being, and inclusion of all children, including those with a disability, from culturally or linguistically diverse backgrounds. We are committed to all children's safety, participation, and empowerment.