Springside Kindergarten was established in 2009 to meet the growing needs of the Melton community. Located on the grounds of Springside Primary School, we are a sessional kindergarten providing high-quality early childhood education for children across both three and four-year-old programs. Our experienced and dedicated team provides a welcoming, inclusive, safe and engaging learning environment where every child is supported to thrive. Our values of Respect, Optimism, Responsibility and Excellence guide all aspects of our work and our ongoing commitment to continuous improvement.
## About the Role An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and enthusiastic **Nominated Supervisor and Educational Leader** to lead the day-to-day operations of Springside Kindergarten commencing in Term 4 2026. This full-time, ongoing leadership position combines service management, regulatory oversight and team development. You will provide visible, practical leadership across the kindergarten while supporting educators through coaching, mentoring, professional learning and on-floor guidance. Working closely with the Approved Provider and leadership team, you will oversee service operations, staffing, compliance and continuous improvement while ensuring Springside Kindergarten continues to deliver high-quality early childhood education. This position is suited to an organised and capable early childhood professional with strong leadership skills, sound professional judgement and a genuine commitment to supporting quality practice across the service. ## What we offer * This is a full-time position of 38 hours per week; however, we welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates seeking flexible working arrangements and are open to discussing how the role could work for the right person. * Paid school holidays * Salary and employment conditions in accordance with the VECTEA * A supportive and experienced team * Ongoing professional learning and development opportunities * A varied leadership role with opportunities to influence practice and continuous improvement across the service * The opportunity to lead within an established and high-quality sessional kindergarten
* An ACECQA-approved early childhood teaching qualification * Current Victorian Institute of Teaching registration * Eligibility and willingness to provide written consent to be appointed as the Nominated Supervisor * Current First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis Management and Emergency Asthma Management qualifications * Current Mandatory Reporting and GECCKO training, or a willingness to complete any required training before commencement * A strong understanding of the National Quality Framework, National Law and Regulations, Child Safe Standards and relevant early childhood legislation * Demonstrated experience in early childhood leadership, service operations and regulatory compliance * The ability to coach, mentor and support educators to strengthen professional practice * Strong organisational, communication and decision-making skills * A commitment to child safety, inclusion, quality practice and continuous improvement
