Job Overview

Busy Bees is a leading global early learning provider. We are seeking an experienced and influential Safeguarding Practice Coach to support a critical transition program. This 12‑month fixed‑term position is based in the ACT and requires regular travel and a daily on‑site presence across our services.

Responsibilities

- Embed safeguarding practices through hands‑on coaching and on‑the‑floor support.
- Observe practice, provide real‑time feedback and mentor educators and leaders.
- Deliver safeguarding training and build team capability, confidence and accountability.
- Identify risks and continuous improvement opportunities to strengthen quality outcomes.
- Reinforce Busy Bees’ safeguarding framework and One Platform approach.
- Partner with Service Leaders, Area Directors and Operations to drive consistent safeguarding standards across transitioning services.

Qualifications

- Genuine commitment to child safety and wellbeing, aligned with Busy Bees values.
- ACECQA‑approved Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education and Care, with a current Working with Children Check (or ability to obtain).




- Significant experience in early childhood, safeguarding, quality, compliance, training or coaching roles.
- Proven ability to coach, mentor and influence educators and leaders.
- Strong knowledge of safeguarding, compliance and quality standards in regulated environments.
- Skilled at identifying risks and delivering practical, solution‑focused improvements.
- Ability to work independently across multiple sites, with flexibility to travel.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and relationship‑building skills.

Advantages

- Family‑friendly benefits; 50% childcare gap‑fee discounts for permanent staff.
- Global and national opportunities, including the Global Talent Exchange Program (UK, Canada and Asia).
- Competitive pay and everyday balance.
- Supportive leadership and inclusive teams.

Employment is conditional on satisfactory, rigorous pre‑employment checks (including WWCC, ID, qualifications, Gecko Training, work rights and references) and child safety training.

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📌 Safeguarding Practice Coach (Canberra)
🏢 Busy Bees
📍 Canberra