Influence curriculum & pedagogy across 24 QCCS Early Childhood services
Well above award salary + company vehicle, phone & laptop provided
Mentor Educational Leaders & drive high-quality practice across SE Queensland
Influence curriculum & pedagogy across 24 QCCS Early Childhood services
Well above award salary + company vehicle, phone & laptop provided
Mentor Educational Leaders & drive high-quality practice across SE Queensland
Shape Young Lives.
Inspire Educators.
Grow Your Career!
Are you an experienced Early Childhood professional with a passion for quality education, inspiring others and developing exceptional Educational Leaders?
Are you ready to take your expertise beyond a single centre and make a meaningful impact across multiple services?
Queensland Childcare Services (QCCS) is seeking a passionate, knowledgeable and motivated Pedagogy & Curriculum Leader to join our team!
This exciting opportunity will see you working alongside our centre teams, mentoring Educational Leaders, strengthening curriculum and pedagogy, and inspiring excellence in educational practice across our services.
If you love supporting educators to reach their full potential and are passionate about delivering exceptional outcomes for children, we'd love to hear from you!
Position Details
Position:
Pedagogy & Curriculum Leader
Schedule:
Monday to Friday, 5 days per week
Region:
South East Queensland, with a particular focus on North Brisbane through to the Glass House Mountains
Hours:
Up to 38 hours per week, with flexibility
Head Office:
Shailer Park, with regular Head Office meetings required
Salary:
Competitive salary package, well above award rates
Tools Provided:
Company vehicle for work-related travel, phone and laptop
Benefits That Support You
Here's what you can look forward to:
Above Award Pay:
Enjoy a competitive salary package, well above award rates.
Company Vehicle:
Provided for work-related travel between our services.
Phone & Laptop:
Everything you need to stay connected while supporting our centres.
Childcare Discount:
Receive up to
75% off childcare fees
for your family.
Flexible Work Options:
Flexibility within your working week to support work-life balance.
Free Uniforms:
Making your workday that little bit easier.
Relocation Support:
Available for the right candidate relocating to join QCCS.
Professional Growth & Development
We believe exceptional leaders never stop learning, and we're passionate about investing in the ongoing development and career progression of our people.
As part of the QCCS team, you'll have access to:
Paid Professional Development
, including First Aid, CPR, Food Safety, Fire and Child Protection training.
Fully Funded Qualifications
, including Certificate III and Diploma pathways, plus financial support towards Bachelor and postgraduate studies.
QCCS Scholarship Pathways Program
to support further study and career progression.
Career Development Opportunities
across our network of 24 centres.
Access to our




QCCS Educators Conference
, featuring leading voices and keynote speakers from across the Early Childhood sector.
About the Role
Inspire.
Mentor.
Lead.
Make a Difference.
As our Pedagogy & Curriculum Leader, you'll play an important role in strengthening educational practice and supporting continuous improvement across QCCS.
Working closely with our Centre Educational Leaders, you'll provide guidance, coaching and practical support to help teams deliver engaging, meaningful and high-quality learning experiences for children.
This is a hands‐on, relationship‐focused position where your ability to connect with educators, inspire confidence and encourage professional growth will be essential.
You'll regularly visit services across South East Queensland, particularly centres from North Brisbane through to the Glass House Mountains, while also attending meetings at our Head Office in Shailer Park.
Your knowledge, enthusiasm and leadership will help empower educators, strengthen curriculum and create positive outcomes for children across our organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Support Centre Excellence:
Conduct regular scheduled centre visits, supporting adherence to QCCS policies, practices and processes while promoting continuous improvement.
Champion Quality Practice:
Observe and assess educator interactions and educational practice to support alignment with the
Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
,
National Quality Standard (NQS)
and sector best practice.
Inspire & Mentor Leaders:
Coach, mentor and develop Educational Leaders to strengthen their confidence, capability and leadership.
Strengthen Educational Programs:
Support the development and implementation of engaging, meaningful and high-quality educational programs.
Review & Reflect:
Review educational programs, documentation and practices to ensure quality, relevance and compliance.
Encourage Collaboration:
Facilitate
monthly Educational Leader Networking Meetings
, encouraging professional discussion, shared learning and collaboration.
Drive Professional Development:
Identify professional development needs and
design, write and deliver targeted training
to strengthen educator knowledge and practice.
Support Assessment & Rating:
Provide practical, hands‐on support throughout the
Assessment and Rating
process, helping services feel prepared, knowledgeable and confident.
Promote Continuous Improvement:
Build a strong culture of reflection, qualified growth and excellence in educational practice.
About You – A Leader Who Inspires Others!




We're looking for an experienced Early Childhood professional who knows what outstanding educational practice looks like and, most importantly, knows how to inspire others to achieve it!
You're approachable, confident and passionate about mentoring educators.
You understand the importance of building strong relationships, encouraging reflective practice and empowering teams to continually grow and improve.
To be successful in this role, you'll bring:
A strong understanding of the
National Quality Standard (NQS), EYLF and Assessment and Rating process
.
Proven, hands‐on experience contributing to or achieving an
Exceeding NQS rating
within an Early Childhood service.
A minimum of
three years' leadership experience
as an Educational Leader, Centre Director or in a comparable leadership position.
A completed
Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or higher qualification
.
A current
Queensland Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
.
Strong communication, coaching and relationship‐building skills.
The ability to motivate, mentor and positively influence teams.
A genuine passion for children's learning, development, health and well‐being.
Reliability, initiative and a strong work ethic.
A positive attitude, a sense of humour and a genuine
growth mindset
.
Above all, we're looking for someone who brings energy, enthusiasm and a genuine passion for helping others succeed!
Why Queensland Childcare Services?
Celebrating 35 Years of People, Passion & Community!
For almost 35 years, Queensland Childcare Services has been committed to providing high‐quality Early Childhood Education and Care for Queensland families.
Across our 24 centres, we pride ourselves on creating engaging learning environments where children are encouraged to explore, discover and thrive.
Learning at QCCS extends well beyond the classroom, with children enjoying unique experiences including Beach Kindy, Bush Kindy, Farm Kindy, Creek Kindy, swimming, Healthy Bodies programmes and more!
We believe exceptional Early Childhood Education begins with exceptional people.
That's why we invest in professional development, career pathways, leadership opportunities and initiatives that support our educators and leaders to continue learning and growing.
This is more than just a curriculum leadership position.
It's an opportunity to influence educational practice across an entire organisation, inspire the next generation of Early Childhood leaders and make a lasting difference in the lives of children.
Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Career?
Your knowledge can inspire educators.
Your leadership can strengthen practice.
Your passion can help shape young lives.
If you're an experienced Early Childhood professional looking for an exciting new challenge where your expertise is valued and your contribution truly matters, we would love to hear from you!
Join a team where your knowledge is valued, your impact matters and your career can continue to grow.
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📌 Pedagodgy & Curriculum Leader (Brisbane)
🏢 Queensland Childcare Servies
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