Job Description
Surrey Downs Community Children's Centre
Join our leadership team and make a genuine difference to educational practice.
Surrey Downs Community Children's Centre is seeking an experienced and passionate Educational Leader to join our 50-place, not-for-profit community service.
Working closely with the Director, you will help guide the educational program and practice across the service, while supporting, mentoring and inspiring our team of educators.
About the role
You will:
Work closely with the Director to guide and strengthen educational practice
Support and mentor educators in their planning, programming and reflective practice
Promote high-quality, child-focused learning experiences
Support room leaders and educators to develop their confidence and skilled practice
Contribute to our QIP and ongoing continuous improvement
Help ensure the EYLF is meaningfully embedded across the service
Build positive relationships with educators, children and families
About you
We are looking for someone who is:




Passionate about early childhood education
Educational Leader role – previous experience is preferred
Confident mentoring and supporting educators
Knowledgeable about the EYLF V2.0 and NQS
A collaborative, approachable and positive leader
Committed to quality practice and continuous improvement
At Surrey Downs, you'll be part of an experienced and stable team in a supportive community-focused service.
We offer:
3% above Award wages
2-week Christmas closure
Up to 7 additional paid leave days, so you don't need to use your annual leave during the Christmas closure
A supportive leadership team
Opportunities for professional growth and development
The opportunity to genuinely influence educational practice across the service
Hours and work pattern will be discussed with the successful applicant, taking into consideration the needs of the service.

📌 Educational Leader (South Australia)
🏢 Surrey Downs Community Children's Centre
📍 South Australia