Educational Leader

19 hours ago

Surrey Hills, Australia Explorers Early Learning Full time

Above Award Rates* | Generous childcare fee discount*
- Off-the-floor, leadership role | Beautiful, modern, Reggio Emilia-Inspired Centr
- Dedicated Education and Quality Mentor

**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 Surrey Hills - Elgar Road, 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 Surrey Hills - Elgar Road, where your passion for early education meets endless opportunities to grow, lead, and inspire. Let’s create a brighter future—together

**Why Explorers?**
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.
- T&Cs apply.

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