Educational Leader – Permanent Part Time (3 Days per Week)John Street Community Early Childhood Co-op – Fitzroy VICAs our Educational Leader, you will play a key role in guiding pedagogical practice and ensuring excellence across our service.
You will be a mentor, critical thinker, and strong support to our educators — while also confidently leading compliance and continuous improvement processes.Your responsibilities will include:Leading and supporting the implementation of the National Quality Framework, including a strong working knowledge of the Education and Care National Law and RegulationsGuiding and supporting the development and ongoing review of our Quality Improvement Plan (QIP)Guiding and supporting educators with SIP/KIS plansSupporting and contributing to our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP)Facilitating regular Room Leader meetings to drive reflective practice and collaborationMentoring educators and supporting them to follow the planning cycle with confidence and purposeResearching and recommending meaningful career development opportunities that align with service goals and contemporary practiceWorking alongside educators on the floor (minimum one day per week) to strengthen curriculum understanding and implementationAbout YouYou are a confident and experienced early childhood qualified who:Holds a minimum Diploma in Early Childhood Education and CareHas at least 5 years' experience in the early childhood sectorDemonstrates strong knowledge of the National Law, Regulations,



and National Quality StandardsHolds current First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis, and Asthma qualificationsIs passionate about mentoring and building educator capacityCan provide both strong support and clear pedagogical guidanceValues collaboration, reflection, and continuous improvementWhy Join John Street?
Competitive salary package- 5% above the Skilled Community Standard **** ($***** plus WRG for the year of ****).
Professional development opportunities- 2 paid days per year minimumSupportive and collaborative work environment- office and administrative support so that you can focus on pedagogy and relationshipsPermanent Part time role - Work life balance guaranteed2 paid Wellbeing days a year on top of standard leave entitlementsOpportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and familiesAt John Street, we are proud of our long-standing connection to the Fitzroy community.
As a not-for-profit service, our focus is on people — children, families, and educators.
We foster a culture of respect, inclusion, and professional growth.
You will be joining a team that values open communication, shared leadership, and high-quality educational outcomes.This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced educator ready to step into a leadership role within a supportive, community-driven service that truly values its staff.If you are a strong and passionate early childhood professional looking to make a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you.
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📌 Educational Leader – Permanent Part Time (3 Days Per Week) (Melbourne)
🏢 John Street Community Early Childhood Co-op
📍 Melbourne