Inspire educators. Strengthen pedagogy and practice. Create better outcomes for children, families and communities. Full-time, permanent Northern Suburbs portfolio

Hybrid - work from services and from home

Work Life Balance - Work from home over the school holidays up to $103K + Super + Car allowance Are you an experienced Early Childhood Teacher passionate about pedagogy, coaching, mentoring and supporting educators to deliver high-quality practice? Sparkways is seeking a Full-time Pedagogy and Practice Partner to join our Early Learning team. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside service leaders, Educational Leaders and educators to strengthen teaching practice across our sessional kindergartens and Early Learning Centres.

You will be part of a collaborative team that values reflection, continuous improvement and best practice, working closely with our highly respected Head of Early Learning in collaboration with a Senior Practice Partner and operations team. Why join Sparkways? Make a genuine impact on educator capability and children's learning outcomes

Hands-on coaching role with strong career progression opportunities

Work closely with experienced leaders and passionate early childhood professionals

Regular professional learning, reflection and upskilling opportunities

Support both kindergarten programs and birth-to-three pedagogy in our ELCs

Flexible hybrid work model combining service visits and working from home About The Role Your day will include: Observing practice and providing coaching and feedback

Working with Educational Leaders to build the team's capability

Coaching and mentoring service leadership, educators and teams

Supporting reflective practice and best practice guidelines

Facilitating room meetings and professional discussions

Supporting services with School Readiness Funding planning and implementation

Supporting educators with strategies for children with additional needs

Collaborating with Early Learning Team (Area Managers and Pedagogy and Practice Partners)



to prioritise service support Service locations: The role will initially support services primarily across Melbourne’s northern region. As our service portfolios evolve, there may be opportunities or requirements to support services across the western region in the future. We are looking for someone who is flexible and comfortable working across different locations as service needs change.

Start Date The position is expected to commence from 5 October 2026 (Term 4) We are open to an earlier start date for the right candidate.

About You

You are an experienced Early Childhood qualified who enjoys developing others and driving quality improvement with pedagogy and best practice at the forefront You Will Have Bachelor qualification (or above) in Early Childhood Education

Current VIT registration

Strong experience as an Early Childhood Teacher

Knowledge of EYLF, VEYLDF and National Quality Standards

Experience coaching, mentoring or supporting educator practice

Strong communication and relationship-building skills A commitment to child safety, inclusion and continuous improvement

Current driver's licence and access to your own vehicle Desirable Multi-site experience

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment and/or coaching or mentoring qualifications How To Apply Apply via Seek Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining; Your experience coaching and mentoring educators

Your experience supporting quality improvement and School Readiness Funding

Why you are interested in joining Sparkways Applications close: 28 August 2026. Please note that interviews will commence after the closing date, with shortlisted candidates contacted to arrange an interview. Any questions?

Mami Akase Talent Acquisition

Coordinator 0484 761 311 [email protected] Child Safety and inclusion Sparkways is an equal opportunity employer committed to child safety and inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability and people of all identities and experiences.

📌 Pedagogy and Practice Partner (Melbourne)
🏢 Sparkways
📍 Melbourne