Wilson Street Kindergarten is a not-for-profit, community-run Bayside kindergarten, focused on providing a stimulating, high quality educational curriculum. Our kindergarten offers three and four year old programs with a commitment to excellence and innovation in early childhood education.
# An exciting opportunity to lead a highly regarded community kindergarten Wilson Street Kindergarten (WSK) is seeking an experienced, passionate and highly capable Director / Nominated Supervisor & Early Childhood Teacher to lead our kindergarten from 2027. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced early childhood professional who enjoys both leadership and teaching. The position combines responsibility for the day-to-day leadership and operation of the kindergarten with two days per week teaching within one of our kindergarten programs. Wilson Street Kindergarten is a well-established, community-based sessional kindergarten located in Brighton. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality early childhood education within a warm, inclusive and nurturing environment. Our kindergarten is supported by an experienced and dedicated team, an engaged Committee of Management, and a wonderful community of children and families. Two administration staff provide valuable support to the Director across HR, enrolments, fees and operational management, contributing to the effective day-to-day management and operation of the kindergarten. We are looking for a leader who will build on these strong foundations while bringing their own experience, ideas and enthusiasm into the role. # About the Role This is a part-time position of 33.5 hours per week, incorporating: · Two teaching days per week, 8:00am–4:30pm · Dedicated non-contact time for Director/Nominated Supervisor responsibilities, administration, leadership and planning · Day-to-day leadership and management of the kindergarten · Leadership, mentoring and support of our Early Childhood Teachers and Educators · Collaboration with the Committee of Management/Approved Provider · Oversight of regulatory, legislative, funding and child safe requirements · Supporting the ongoing development and continuous improvement of the service. # Key Responsibilities ## Director / Nominated Supervisor · Provide strong, approachable and supportive leadership to the kindergarten team · Oversee the effective day-to-day operation of the service · Lead, mentor and support Early Childhood Teachers and Educators in their professional practice · Foster a positive, cohesive and collaborative workplace culture · Work closely and collaboratively with the Committee of Management/Approved Provider · Ensure the service operates in accordance with relevant legislation, regulations, policies and procedures · Maintain a strong understanding of the National Quality Standards and Victorian Child Safe Standards · Support the ongoing development and implementation of the Quality Improvement Plan · Oversee and contribute to service policies, procedures and administrative requirements · Support staff professional development, performance and continuous improvement · Maintain strong and respectful relationships with children, families, staff and the wider community · Liaise with relevant government departments, regulatory bodies and community organisations as required. ## Early Childhood Teacher · Plan, implement and evaluate a high-quality, play-based kindergarten program · Apply the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework (VEYLDF) and the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) in teaching practice · Create an engaging, inclusive and responsive learning environment that recognises each child's individual strengths, interests, abilities and background · Develop secure, respectful and reciprocal relationships with children and families · Work collaboratively with educators to support children's learning, development and wellbeing · Contribute to reflective practice and continuous improvement across the kindergarten. # About You We are looking for an experienced early childhood professional who is also a confident, collaborative and supportive leader. You will be someone who values relationships and understands that strong leadership involves supporting and empowering the people around you. The successful applicant will demonstrate: · An ACECQA-recognised Bachelor of Early Childhood Education or equivalent · Current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration · Current ACECQA-compliant First Aid qualifications, including CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis · Current child protection training · Strong knowledge and understanding of the VEYLDF and the EYLF · Comprehensive knowledge of relevant early childhood legislation, regulations and the National Quality Standards · Understanding of the Victorian Child Safe Standards and a demonstrated commitment to creating and maintaining a child-safe organisation · Demonstrated leadership and staff management capabilities · The ability to mentor, support and develop Early Childhood Teachers and Educators · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills · Strong organisational and administrative capabilities · The ability to build positive relationships with children, families, staff, the Committee of Management and wider community · A collaborative, flexible and solutions-focused approach · A genuine commitment to high-quality early childhood education and continuous improvement. Previous experience as a Director, Nominated Supervisor, Educational Leader or in another early childhood leadership position will be highly regarded. # Why Join Wilson Street Kindergarten? This is an opportunity to take on a key leadership position within an established kindergarten with a strong community, dedicated staff and supportive families. At WSK, we value: · Strong and respectful relationships with children and families · A collaborative and supportive team culture · High-quality, play-based early childhood education · Professional growth and reflective practice · Connection with our local community · An inclusive environment where children, families and staff feel welcomed, respected and valued. We are looking for someone who wants to become an important part of our kindergarten community – someone who will support and inspire our team while ensuring children remain at the heart of everything we do. # Child Safety, Inclusion & Equal Opportunity **Wilson Street Kindergarten is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children.** We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are committed to providing a child-safe environment where every child feels respected, valued, safe and protected from harm, neglect and abuse. All employees are expected to actively contribute to and uphold our child-safe culture and comply with the Victorian Child Safe Standards, relevant legislation and Wilson Street Kindergarten's child safety policies, procedures and Code of Conduct. Wilson Street Kindergarten is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and people from all backgrounds and experiences. Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory completion of all required pre-employment and child safety screening requirements. # Employment Conditions · Part-time – 33.5 hours per week · Two teaching days: 8:00am–4:30pm · Commencing Term 1, 2027 · Employment conditions and remuneration will be in accordance with the applicable industrial agreement and classification. # How to Apply Please submit: · A cover letter outlining your interest in the position and suitability for the role · A current resume · Details of relevant qualifications and registrations · Contact details for professional referees. Applications close: 17^th^ September 2026 For further information or to obtain a copy of the Position Description, please contact Wilson Street Kindergarten. **We look forward to welcoming our next leader to the Wilson Street Kindergarten community.**
