Director of Early Learning

23 hours ago

Sale Victoria Australia Gippsland Grammar Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Gippsland Grammar provides an outstanding contemporary, holistic education where our community has a shared understanding of what we learn, how we learn and who we teach. Our School culture is centred around our core values of Compassion, Leadership, Excellence, Responsibility and Respect and develops people of character who act with integrity and wisdom.

Gippsland Grammar is seeking a passionate and visionary Director of Early Learning to lead our Early Learning Centres across two campuses. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of early childhood education in a dynamic and supportive school environment.

About the Role

As the Director of Early Learning, you will be responsible for the strategic, operational, and educational leadership of our Early Learning Centres. You will play a pivotal role in fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment, ensuring compliance with national and state regulations, and driving excellence in early childhood education.

You guide team of dedicated educators and collaborate closely with families, school leadership, and the wider community.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the planning and implementation of high-quality educational programs aligned with VEYLDF and the National Quality Framework.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and regulatory requirements.
  • Foster strong relationships with families, children, staff, and the broader school community.
  • Oversee staff recruitment, induction, professional development, and performance management.
  • Manage budgets, enrolments, and administrative processes.
  • Coordinate transition programs, excursions, and specialist activities.

About You

You are an experienced early childhood professional with strong leadership capabilities and a deep understanding of child development and curriculum frameworks. You are passionate about creating inclusive learning environments and empowering educators to deliver best-practice programs.

Essential Criteria:

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications in Early Childhood Education.
  • Proven experience in a leadership role within an early learning setting.
  • Sound knowledge of the Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong organisational and administrative capabilities.

Why Join Gippsland Grammar?

  • A supportive and collaborative school community.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Beautiful regional location with strong community ties.
  • Competitive salary and benefits.

Applications will be processed as received.

For more detail on the requirements, duties and responsibilities for our vacant positions, please view the position description on our careers page

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Gippsland Grammar is a child safe environment.  Every child has a right to be safe, and at the School, we take a zero-tolerance approach to any behaviours that jeopardise student safety (including child abuse and reportable conduct).  As such, preferred applicants will be subject to child protection screening, background and reference checks, verification of identity checks and must adhere to the School's child safe practices, as outlined in the Student Protection Program policies on the School's website.


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