Job Description
Educational Leader | Journey Early Learning Templestowe
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Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours a week | Permanent Role
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Are you an experienced Early Childhood skilled with a passion for mentoring educators, inspiring quality practice, and creating meaningful learning experiences for children?
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At Journey Early Learning Templestowe, we're looking for an enthusiastic Educational Leader to guide our teaching team, support continuous improvement, and help every child thrive.
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About the Centre
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At Journey Early Learning Templestowe, you'll join a close-knit and supportive team within our welcoming 45-place, single-level centre.
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With a long-standing team known for being flexible, friendly, and genuinely helpful, you'll feel supported from day one. Our play-based approach is inspired by Reggio Emilia, Montessori, and child-led learning philosophies, encouraging educators to follow children's emerging interests and voices to create meaningful learning experiences.
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Children enjoy exploring our separate Nursery yard and shared Toddler and Kinder outdoor spaces, along with regular excursions to local parks, cafés, community centres, and tennis clubs.
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Conveniently located with street parking and a bus stop right outside the service, Templestowe offers a warm, collaborative environment where educators can grow, contribute ideas, and make a real impact every day.
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What You'll Do
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Mentor and support educators to deliver high-quality, play-based learning programs.
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Guide curriculum planning in line with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).
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Foster a culture of reflection, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
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Build positive relationships with children, families, and the wider community.
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Support compliance with the National Quality Framework and contribute to exceeding outcomes.
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Inspire your team through coaching, modelling best practice, and professional development.
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What You'll Bring
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Diploma or Bachelor qualification in Early Childhood Education.
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Current Working with Children Check.
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Strong understanding of the EYLF, NQS, and Child Safe Standards.
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Previous experience in a leadership or mentoring role.
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A passion for supporting educators and creating outstanding outcomes for children.
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Why Join Journey?
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Above Award Rates
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15 hours of dedicated program planning time off the floor each week, plus an additional 1 hour of non-contact time per room you support.
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Paid Birthday Leave.
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Anniversary Gifts.
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
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Ongoing Professional Development and Career Progression Opportunities.
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Supportive leadership that genuinely invests in your success.
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Be part of a growing organisation where your ideas and leadership make a real impact.
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📌 Educational Leader (Victoria)
🏢 Journey Early Learning Group
📍 Victoria