Co-Director of Operations

2 days ago

Armadale, Victoria, Australia Lauriston Girls' School Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Lauriston Girls' School is a forward thinking, independent K-12 School.

Lauriston Girls' School is seeking a passionate and experienced early childhood leader to join our Blairholme Early Learning Centre as Co-Director of Operations. This is a unique opportunity to help shape the educational direction, culture, and daily operations of a centre that reflects Lauriston's long-standing commitment to excellence, innovation, and child-centred learning.

About the Role

  • Full-time, ongoing position

Alongside the Co-Directors of Curriculum and Community – Blairholme ELC, the Co-Director of Operations will be responsible for the effective management of Blairholme Early Learning Centre, ensuring the highest standards in educational quality, staff leadership, compliance, and wellbeing. This role assumes responsibility for educational outcomes and the day-to-day running of the Centre. You will create an environment where children are empowered to explore, collaborate, and express their understanding through a Reggio Emilia-inspired approach.

Responsibilities include:

  • Provide educational and operational leadership aligned with Lauriston's strategic vision.
  • Build a culture of reflection, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Support and mentor educators and co-educators in child-centred practice.
  • Oversee compliance with the National Quality Framework, Early Years Learning Framework and relevant legislation.
  • Foster positive relationships with families, staff, and the broader Lauriston community.
  • Promote a culture of child safety and wellbeing in line with the School's values and obligations.

About You

You are an inspiring and organised educational leader who thrives on fostering high-quality practice in early learning settings. You will bring:

  • A Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) or equivalent qualification.
  • Proven leadership experience within an early childhood or school-based early learning environment.
  • Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework, Early Years Learning Framework, and Reggio Emilia philosophy.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
  • A commitment to Lauriston's values of Relationships, Courage, Creativity, Intellectual Curiosity, and Engagement in Life.

Please refer to the Position Description for details of the position.

All applicants must hold current VIT registration and have the right to live and work in Australia.

Applications should be addressed to the Principal, Susan Just, and include a cover letter outlining your suitability to this role and a current resume.

Applications close Monday 24 November 2025 at 9.00am.

Please submit applications via our recruitment portal; email applications will not be considered.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the position may be filled at any stage during the recruitment process. Early applications are strongly encouraged. Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted with regards to the progress of their application.

Enquiries: Kim Reid, HR Coordinator on , or

Lauriston Girls' School is a child safe organisation which welcomes children, young people and their families. Lauriston Girls' School has zero tolerance for child abuse. Everyone working at Lauriston Girls' School is responsible for the care and protection of the children and young people within our care and reporting of information about suspected child abuse.  All members of staff share in the responsibility for the prevention and detection of child abuse and promptly raising any issues or concerns about a child's safety. All staff are required to follow the School's Child Safe policies and Child Safety Code of Conduct.

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