Job Description

Join Our Kindergarten – Lead, Inspire and Shape the Future of Early Learning

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You Will Love Working With Us

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At Westside, we are committed to ensuring every student feels cared for, experiences a strong sense of belonging, and is empowered to achieve their full potential.

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We are seeking an experienced and passionate Kindergarten Director to lead the strategic and operational management of our Kindergarten.

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This is an exciting opportunity to lead a team of dedicated educators in delivering a high-quality, play-based program that promotes children's learning, wellbeing and development within a safe, inclusive and Christ-centred environment.

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This is a permanent full-time position with remuneration commensurate with the successful candidate's teaching experience and a position of added responsibility allowance. This position will commence from the beginning of 2027.

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Your Role

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- Lead the strategic and operational management of the Kindergarten.
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- Deliver a high-quality early childhood program aligned with the EYLF, NQF and QKLG.
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- Mentor and develop educators, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
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- Ensure a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
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- Lead quality improvement, compliance and Assessment and Rating preparation.
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- Oversee Kindergarten operations, including staffing, budgeting and reporting.
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- Build robust partnerships with families and the wider community.
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- Participate in a spiritually vibrant culture aligned with the College's Christian mission and values.
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About You

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- Practicing Christian with the ability to actively support and promote the College's Mission, Vision and Values.
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- Proven leadership experience in early childhood education.
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- Strong knowledge and implementation of the EYLF, NQF, QKLG and Child Safe Standards.
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- Demonstrated knowledge of Child Care Subsidy system and compliance.
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- Excellent communication, organisational and relationship-building skills.
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- Qualifications:
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- Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) or ACECQA-approved equivalent.
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- A Master of Education (or another mission-aligned field) is desirable, but not essential.
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- Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) registration.
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- Current Working With Children Check (Exemption Card).
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- Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certifications.
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- National Child Safety Training certification through the GECCKO platform.
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Why Join Us

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- Lead a well-resourced Kindergarten committed to excellence.
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- Join a supportive and collaborative Christian community.
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- Access opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
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- Be part of a College that values innovation, wellbeing and excellence.
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📌 Kindergarten Director (Ipswich)
🏢 Westside Christian College
📍 Ipswich