ABOUT PAISLEY PARK

We are a small, family-oriented private company, proud of our long history in early learning. Extending beyond 30 years, we focus on embedding a culture of collaborative professional learning and on developing strong partnerships with the local community, including local schools, allied health professionals, and registered professional training organisations.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking to fill the role of an Educational Leader at our beautiful, purpose-built 120-place Long Day Care Centre in Chadstone. Our Centre is very established with long-standing team members who have built reciprocal relationships with families in the local community. Our Centre Director is highly passionate and has the skills and temperament to support any incoming candidate in settling in and transitioning smoothly into their role. We are looking to support our current leaders in mentoring the educational program, which means the incoming candidate will be very well supported while working in a collaborative team.

TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

As the Educational Leader, you will play a pivotal role in driving excellence in teaching and learning across the service. You will mentor, guide and inspire Educators to deliver high-quality, reflective practice that supports positive outcomes for children. Tasks relevant to the role include the following.

• Lead, in collaboration with the current leadership team, the development, implementation and continuous improvement of the educational program in line with the EYLF and NQS (Quality Area 1), with focus on the 3 to 5 year age group.

• Support Educators to plan, document and assess children’s learning through meaningful observations and intentional teaching.

• Model best practice in pedagogy, inclusive education and play-based learning.

• Promote a culture of critical reflection and continuous improvement.

• Mentor and coach educators to strengthen professional practice and confidence.

• Provide constructive feedback and guidance to support individual and team growth.

• Lead staff discussions, reflective practice sessions and professional learning opportunities.

• Support educators in meeting compliance, documentation, and assessment requirements.

• Ensure that Educators use the funding criteria and associated recommended tools for prior-to-school programs, and that these programs are educationally sound.

• Encourage Educators to reflect on their use of digital platforms and ensure they always represent children respectfully and as capable.

• Contribute to the Quality Improvement Plan (QIP) and support service readiness for assessment and rating.

• Ensure educational practices align with the National Quality Standard, particularly Quality Area 1.

• Stay informed of current research, legislation and sector best practice

• Work collaboratively with the Nominated Supervisor, the Centre Director, and the leadership team.

• Build respectful, professional relationships with families and external professionals.

• Support family engagement in children’s learning and development.

• Advocate for children’s rights, wellbeing, inclusion and voice.

• Ensure programs are responsive to children’s interests, strengths and cultural identities.

• Promote safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environments in line with the Child Safe Standards.

• Participating in our Community Engagement Program to build relationships with the local community.

• Contributing to our Communities of Practice Professional Learning Program by reflecting on improvement goals and reporting on progress in exceeding practice.

• Engaging in critical reflective practice and documenting leadership decisions

• Working collaboratively with your 2IC, Director and Portfolio Leader and acting on directives to make service improvements.

• Engage in daily administrative duties, ensuring that practices, policies and systems are always maintained.

• Reflecting on your performance and participating in probationary processes, which include Appraisals, SMART Goals, and strategy setting and demonstrated improvement.

WHY JOIN OUR PAISLEY PARK FAMILY

At Paisley Park, we believe our Educators are our greatest asset. We provide each of our team members with the optimal environment to further develop their professional learning skills. We are well known for forging community connections, particularly with our local schools. As an Educator and Leader at Paisley Park, you will be respected for your individuality and will be provided with a supportive environment that helps you thrive and grow in your career.

In addition to being part of a dynamic team, we provide:

• A state-of-the-art, purpose-designed facility

• Excellent professional growth potential

• Competitive salary

• Significant discounts for employees needing childcare for their own children

• Supportive and friendly management and colleagues

• On-site (during working hours) professional development

• Time off the floor for task planning and resourcing

• Bonus rewards and incentives for salaried employees

• A custom-designed uniform

• Free onsite parking

Please note that we will not be recruiting candidates who require sponsorship.

TO JOIN OUR TEAM, YOU FIRST NEED TO MEET OUR ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

• Completed childcare qualifications such as a Diploma in Children’s Services or an Early Childhood Degree.

Graduate Diploma qualified applicants must have at least 3 years of experience working directly with children in an Australian Early Learning Centre.

• Completed Child Protection, Anaphylaxis, Asthma, Senior First Aid and Red Nose training

• Understand Child Safe Standards, Curriculum Frameworks and National Quality Standards

• Demonstrated leadership characteristics to support a dynamic staffing team effectively. Previous Educational Leader experience

• Demonstrated evidence in understanding curriculum frameworks, and the ability to mentor Educator practice

• Experience in managing relationships in and outside of the Centre

• Be solution-driven, positive and able to work with people from various backgrounds and learning levels

• Demonstrate positivity and have excellent social skills

• Have excellent spoken and written English capability

• Be professionally presented at all times and be willing to abide by our uniform policy

• Be reliable and can work independently

• Have a current Working with Children Check (not volunteer)

• Be willing to attend an in-person interview and provide up-to-date reference check details relevant to the role

If you feel that you are the right fit for this job, please consider applying with the

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