Quality & Learning Manager

1 ongoing, full time role available

About Early Learning Victoria

The Victorian Government is establishing 50 government-owned and operated early learning centres by 2032 as part of the Best Start, Best Life reforms. The centres offer childcare, Three and Four-Year-Old Kindergarten and Pre-Prep. The centres provide high-quality, accessible and inclusive early childhood education and care that is child centred, focused on learning through play and in nature, with strong connections to local communities.

Early Learning Victoria (ELV) is part of the Victorian Department of Education. The ELV central team is leading the roll-out of the 50 centres and supports and oversees 4 centres that have recently opened. We are committed to creating a supportive and enriching work environment for our employees, offering a range of benefits and opportunities for professional growth and development.

Early Learning Victoria is committed to the Child Safe Standards and safeguarding of children from harm.

About the role

Early Learning Victoria recognises the significant role our workforce plays in bringing our purpose to life and we are committed to supporting and growing our early learning workforce to reach their full potential. The Quality and Learning Manager is responsible for leading Early Learning Victoria's work in the provision of professional learning and development for ELV staff.

The role will lead the design, implementation and evaluation of the organisational professional learning program, that enhances the capabilities, performance and engagement of staff across the organisation, supporting the effective provision of ELV's early learning centres. The position plays a critical role in enabling child safety across ELV and will ensure learning is aligned with regulatory requirements, evidence- informed practices and ELV's philosophy. The professional learning programs will enhance compliance, career development, and ongoing continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation and evaluation of ELV's professional learning program that incorporates adult learning principles and inclusive learning methodologies

• Ensure learning programs are aligned with the regulatory requirements and the National Quality Framework

• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of professional learning initiatives and make data-driven improvements

• Collaborate with Managers across ELV and DE, including workforce team, pedagogy and practice teams and the operations team

• Support the delivery of the ELV's key strategic projects and contribute to improved adult learning outcomes across all ELV centres.

Experience required will include:

• Demonstrated experience leading professional learning programs within an ECEC context

• People management and leadership experience, with a skill for fostering a high-trust and collaborative culture.

• Effective communication and relationship-building skills with staff, children, families and communities.

• Advanced stakeholder management skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a range of internal and external stakeholders

• Strong knowledge of the ECEC sector and the National Quality Framework

• Experience managing policy projects, from short-term to long-term initiatives.

Specific skills/qualifications required

• Relevant tertiary degree.

• Current Police and Working with Children's Checks

How to apply

Applicants are required to submit a CV and cover letter (max. 2 pages for cover letter) summarising their skills, relevant experience and suitability to the role.

For more details on this position, please see attached position description. For more information about the role and Early Learning Victoria please contact Nicole Pilsworth, Quality Director, Early Learning Victoria via or

Please note the department utilises generic position descriptions and this role is aligned to the position description of Project Manager.

Further Information

The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page .

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Applications close 11:59pm on 2 November 2025.