Lead with purpose. Inspire with passion. Grow with Journey.
Journey Early Learning has opened our
second centre in Echuca West
we're looking for an exceptional
Educational Leader
to champion pedagogy and mentor our team. You'll guide educators in delivering high-quality programs aligned with EYLF and NQS, drive continuous improvement, and create a culture where every child thrives.
About Our New Echuca West Centre
Licensed for
120 children across 8 rooms
Operating hours:
6:30am – 6:30pm
A
purpose-built environment
designed to support children, educators, and families
Strong focus on
community connection and meaningful excursions
Your Role as Educational Leader
As our Educational Leader, you'll be a cornerstone of the centre's leadership team—empowering educators, inspiring innovation, and ensuring every child experiences the highest quality of care and learning. Your expertise will help create a collaborative, supportive culture where educators grow professionally and children thrive.
Fulltime or Permanent Part-time position across Monday to Friday.
What you'll do:
Inspire and mentor
educators to deliver engaging, child-led programs that spark curiosity and creativity.
Lead reflective practice
across the team, encouraging growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Use
Storypark
to document children's learning in a way that is meaningful and professional.
Collaborate with the team to maintain
consistent, high-quality practices
throughout the centre.
Build
robust, inclusive relationships
with children to support their development and wellbeing.
Partner with families to foster
open, honest communication
and shared goals.
Guide the team to meet
National Quality Standards (NQS)




and deliver best-practice outcomes.
About you:
Key skills and requirements:
A Diploma or Bachelor qualification in Early Childhood Education (ACECQA recognised)
A strong understanding of the National Quality Framework and National Law
Demonstrated ability to create and implement quality educational programs
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Current First Aid, PR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis Certificates
Valid Working with Children Check
Why Journey?
At Journey, our culture is anchored in four pillars:
Trust & Belief | Support & Wellbeing | Growth & Development | Passion & Possibilities
We invest in you, celebrate you, and empower you to grow.
What we offer:
15 hours of program planning time off the floor, plus 1 hour per room
Educational Leader Allowance + competitive hourly rate + super
Educator Worker Retention Payment (paid weekly)
Professional development & networking opportunities
Paid Birthday Leave + Anniversary gifts
Paid First Aid, CPR & Anaphylaxis training
Targeted leadership pathways & Journey Academy access
4x per year state-based training for CM/EL (travel & accommodation paid)
High-quality resources and environments
Mental Health First Aid & Employee Assistance Program
*Terms and conditions apply.
Ready to Inspire Where It All Begins?
At Journey Early Learning, the safety and well-being of every child is our top priority. We ensure every child every day is safe, secure and protected. We are united through Journey's Commitment to Safeguarding Children and adhere to our See, Act, Tell framework. This framework empowers us to actively uphold and advocate for the rights and voices of children, focusing on the prevention, recognition, and response to abuse, neglect, and harm.
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📌 Educational Leader (Echuca)
🏢 Journey Early Learning
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