Educational Leader

Educational Leader - Noarlunga Downs

At Busy Bees at Noarlunga Downs, we're on the lookout for a passionate and creative Educational Leader to work collaboratively with Service Management to help shape the next generation of young learners.

Conveniently located on Lovelock Drive, our purpose-built 97-place centre is filled with beautifully designed educational play spaces, natural environments, and a dedicated team of experienced Educators. We take pride in being an inclusive and welcoming community that celebrates the cultures, values, needs, and strengths of every child, family, and team member.

Why Join us?

• Attractive Pay & Benefits: Enjoy above-award hourly rates, laundry allowance, and annual uniform allocation in addition to your salary.

• Work-Life Balance: We prioritize your well-being with a healthy balance between work and life.

• Childcare Discounts: Receive generous childcare gap fee discounts for Busy Bees permanent staff

• Professional Development: Gain valuable experience working with a leading global brand in Early Childhood Education and continue growing with access to our Busy Bees training platform.

• Leadership Opportunities: Showcase and build your leadership skills in the Educational Leader role, or lead innovative learning programs as an Early Childhood Teacher.

• Supportive Team: Join a welcoming and collaborative management team in a leading Childcare service.

• Employee Assistance Program: Benefit from our Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.

• Global Talent Exchange: Take part in our Global Talent Exchange Program, connecting with Early Childhood leaders nationwide.

Key Responsibilities:

Educational Leader

• Lead and mentor a team of educators, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

• Guide the development, planning, and evaluation of educational programs, ensuring they meet the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS).

• Build strong relationships with families, children, and external agencies to enhance the learning environment.

Essential Qualifications:

• For Educational Leader role: Diploma or Bachelor of Early Childhood Education, or an equivalent qualification as recognized by ACECQA.

• A current Working With Children Check or the ability to obtain one.

• First Aid Certificate, including training in asthma and anaphylaxis.

Essential Skills & Attributes:

• A strong understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS).

• Proven ability to plan, implement, and evaluate high-quality educational programs tailored to individual children's needs.

• Leadership skills, with the ability to guide, mentor, and support a team of educators (Educational Leader).

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for engaging with children, families, and colleagues.

• A commitment to professional growth and reflection.

Desirable Skills & Knowledge:

• Prior experience in a leadership or mentoring role within Early Childhood settings (Educational Leader).

• Experience working in a service that caters to diverse learning needs and backgrounds.

• Familiarity with Education and Care Services National Law and National Regulations.

• Proficiency with relevant technology and software for documentation and communication.

Ready to Apply?

If you are an experienced leader with a passion for Early Childhood Education, this is your opportunity to join our supportive and dedicated team.

Click the "Apply Now" button to begin your application.

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Why Work for Busy Bees?
If you're passionate about early learning, Busy Bees is the place to be. Although we are part of a global organisation, our company was founded by three families looking for better, more enriching childcare. Three decades later, we still keep the same values at heart.

We know that we couldn't do what we do without the important people in our teams. We invest in our people and work with them to build career pathways that inspire.