Cessnock Multipurpose Children's Centre – Cessnock NSW
Shape Practice.
Inspire Educators.
Lead with Purpose.
Are you an exceptional early childhood professional drivenby a passion for inspiring excellence and elevating professional practice, mentoringothers, and embedding meaningful pedagogy every day?
We are seeking a dedicated and professional EducationalLeader - someone who doesn't just oversee programming, but actively coaches,inspires, and models excellence across multiple vibrant services.
This role is ideal for a confident, reflective leader whowants real influence, autonomy, and the support to make a visible difference tochildren, families, and educators.
We are seeking someone who is looking to work three days a week in this position, but are open to Educators who would like to perform a hybrid role (Educational Leader/Educator at a different site)
About the Role
As one of our Educational Leaders, you will play a key rolein guiding quality practice across our services, working closely with asupportive and cooperative management team to:
Set aclear, inspiring vision for teaching and learning
Driveexcellence aligned with the EYLF, NQS, and contemporary research
SupportEducators to develop and implement Inclusion Support Plans
Coachand mentor educators to grow confidence, consistency, and depth in boththeir practice and programming
Strengthenreflective practice, documentation, and assessment cycles
Leadcurriculum innovation that is child centred, inclusive, and meaningful
Workwith leaders to ensure services meet or exceed National Quality Standardrequirements




This is not a desk based leadership role - it's hands on (notin ratio), relational, and practice focused.
What A Star Performer Looks Like in This Role
We're looking for someone who:
Can clearlyarticulate why we do what we do, not just how
Bringsnew perspectives, but works within existing frameworks
Leadsthrough influence and credibility, not micromanagement
Is aconfident coach - able to challenge and support educators with empathy
Thriveson quality improvement and continuous learning
Iscalm, organised, and solutions focused - even under pressure
Has agenuine passion for children's rights, belonging, and holistic development
Isrespected by peers and trusted by families
You are likely already known as the go to person forcurriculum, compliance, and reflective conversations.
Diplomain Early Childhood Education (or equivalent), or Bachelor of EarlyChildhood Education
Minimum2 years of experience in a senior/leadership educational role
Demonstratedexperience mentoring or leading educators (formally or informally)
Strongworking knowledge of the EYLF, NQS, and assessment and rating processes
CurrentWorking With Children Check and First Aid qualifications




Previousexperience supporting trainees and/or working with Apprentice Connect Providers,Registered Training Organisations, and other training stakeholders
Previousexperience working with children with disabilities and/or behaviouralissues
Astrong understanding of the National Quality Standards and Self Assessmentprocess
Why Join Us?
We know great Educational Leaders stay where they are valuedand empowered.
You can expect:
Above awardsalary reflecting your leadership impact
Dedicatednon contact time to lead, mentor, and drive quality practice with autonomyand purpose
Asupportive, experienced management team who value collaboration
Aservice that genuinely prioritises quality over box ticking
Ongoingprofessional development and leadership pathways
Awarm, stable team that wants to grow - not be managed
A dedicated,collaborative office space, working with our Educational Leader andmanagement teams
20% off childcare fees
A two week shut down over the end of year Christmas/New Year period
Child Safety Commitment
CMCC is a Child Safe Organisation.
We are committed toensuring the safety, rights and best interests of children areparamountin all decisions and actions.
We have zero tolerance for childabuse or harm and embed the NSW Child Safe Standards across our services.Employment is subject to satisfactory child safety screening.
By applying for a role with CMCC, you acknowledge yourresponsibility to uphold this commitment and to contribute to a culture wherechildren's safety, rights and best interests are prioritised above all otherconsiderations.
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📌 Educational Leader (New South Wales)
🏢 Cessnock Multipurpose Children's Centre
📍 New South Wales