About the position

Come and join Loreto College Marryatville, South Australia's Number 1 Independent Catholic girls' school and grow your career.

The Educational Leader plays a pivotal role in shaping and driving a culture of continuous improvement, reflective practice, and pedagogical excellence across the Early Learning Centre. Inspired by the principles of the Reggio Emilia approach, the Educational Leader works collaboratively with educators, children, families, and the wider community to lead pedagogical practices that honour children as capable, competent, curious, and active participants in their own learning.

The Educational Leader leads the development and implementation of a high-quality educational program that aligns with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and supports inquiry-based learning, authentic documentation, and reflective practice. Through coaching, mentoring, and leadership, they inspire educators to continuously strengthen their practice and contribute to a thriving learning community.

The specific areas of responsibility are outlined in the role description located on the Loreto College website: www.loreto.sa.edu.au

Knowledge and Skills Required

- Excellent working knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), National Quality Framework, and National Quality Standards.
- Demonstrated understanding of Reggio Emilia principles, inquiry-based learning, and child-led curriculum approaches.
- Experience leading, mentoring, and developing early childhood education teams.
- Experience developing, implementing, and evaluating Quality Improvement Plans.
- Strong skills in pedagogical excellence,



documentation and assessment for learning.
- Excellent communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to facilitate reflective practice and lead collaborative skilled dialogue.
- Commitment to ongoing professional learning and continuous improvement.

Personal Qualities

- Uphold a view of children as capable, competent, and active contributors to their own learning.
- Be curious, reflective, and committed to lifelong learning.
- Ability to inspire and motivate others through relational and collaborative leadership.
- Value diverse perspectives and foster a culture of professional inquiry.
- Demonstrate creativity, innovation, and a passion for high-quality early childhood education.
- Advocate for children's rights, agency, and voice in all aspects of practice.

Essential Qualifications

- ACECQA approved Early Childhood Teaching qualification
- Be registered to teach in South Australia and hold a current South Australian Teacher’s Registration Board Certificate
- Approved First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications
- Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care Training Certificate and Foundations of Child Safety Training

Desirable

- Experience working within a Reggio Emilia inspired setting.




- Experience working through Assessment and Rating or quality improvement processes.
- Professional learning in pedagogical leadership, inquiry learning, or Reggio Emilia philosophy.

About Loreto College Loreto College is an independent Day and Boarding School for girls from Early Learning to Year 12.

To work in a Loreto school is to be part of a vibrant tradition reaching back to 1609 when Mary Ward established her first school for girls in Europe.

All Loreto schools in Australia share the same set of values: freedom, justice, sincerity, verity and felicity. These values are at the heart of our educational philosophy and shape our identity as a school.

Application Details The position is a permanent part-time position at 0.6 FTE. The position commences on 20 January 2027.

Please provide copies of the following documents:

- Covering letter addressing the key areas of responsibility outlined in the role description (download from www.loreto.sa.edu.au/employment)
- Your Curriculum Vitae
- The name, addresses and full contact details (including email address) of three current referees who may be approached.
- All applicants will be required to complete an Applicant Declaration Form for School Employees which is available on our website. This form must be submitted with your application.

Additional Requirements

- All applicants will be required to undergo a Working with Children Check and Catholic police clearance. Please attach any relevant certificates to your application

Applications close at 9.00 am on Friday, 30 October 2026

📌 EDUCATIONAL LEADER - EARLY LEARNING CENTRE (Marryatville)
🏢 Loreto College
📍 Marryatville