Encounter Lutheran College is a vibrant Early Learning to Year 12 community located in the heart of Victor Harbor on the beautiful Fleurieu Peninsula.

Welcoming and inclusive Christian community

Forward-thinking approach to teaching and learning

Stunning coastal location that supports wellbeing and lifestyle

Culture of professional growth and shared purpose

If you’re ready to inspire, connect, and grow with us, we’d love to hear from you.

Current Opportunity Available

Director of Early Leaning

We are seeking an exceptional and experienced Director of Early Leaning to lead our Early Learning Centre and continue building a culture of innovation, collaboration, and educational excellence.

The Director of Early Learning will provide strategic and operational leadership across the service, fostering strong relationships with children, families and educators. You will champion best-practice pedagogy, mentor and develop staff, and ensure the delivery of outstanding learning experiences aligned with our values and educational vision.

Our purpose-built,



'Reggio Emilia' inspired Early Learning Centre provides a rich environment where children are empowered to explore, inquire, create, and develop a lifelong love of learning. Guided by the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and informed by the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP), our approach places children at the centre of learning and supports them to become confident, capable, and curious learners.

This is an ongoing full time (1.0FTE) position commencing at the beginning of the 2027 school year and includes six weeks of annual leave.

Applications close: 9:00am Wednesday 28 October 2026

Your application will include the following questions:

- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
- Do you have experience working with children?
- How many years' experience do you have as a Co Educator?
- Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
- Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?

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📌 Director of Early Learning (Victor Harbor)
🏢 Encounter Lutheran College
📍 Victor Harbor