Are you ready to inspire educators and make a lasting impact on children's lives?
At bestchance Child Family Care, we believe every child deserves the very best start in life. We're looking for a passionate, experienced, and inspiring Educational Leader who is ready to lead with purpose, coach with confidence, and create exceptional learning environments where children, families, and educators thrive.
If you're someone who loves mentoring others, driving continuous improvement, and bringing curriculum to life, we'd love to hear from you.
Why Join bestchance?
At bestchance, you're joining more than an organisation—you'll become part of a purpose-driven community that has been supporting Victorian children and families for generations.
With 35 services across Victoria, we are a leading not-for-profit organisation delivering high-quality Early Childhood Education and Care, Kindergarten, Children's Therapy, Family Support Services, Community Programs, and specialist education.
Our purpose is simple:
For all children, families and individuals to thrive in their community.
You'll be empowered to lead, innovate, and influence educational excellence while being supported by an experienced leadership team committed to your professional growth.
What You'll Be Doing
As our Educational Leader, you'll play a key leadership role in creating a culture of curiosity, reflection, and continuous improvement.
You will:
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Lead and inspire educators to deliver outstanding educational programs.
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Mentor and coach teams through reflective practice and professional learning.
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Support curriculum planning aligned with the approved learning framework.
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Guide educators through the planning cycle, documentation, assessment, and intentional teaching.
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Champion high-quality pedagogical practices across the service.
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Build educator capability through coaching, mentoring, and collaborative learning.
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Foster meaningful relationships with children, families, educators, and the wider community.
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Support Quality Improvement Plans (QIP), Service Review Frameworks (SRF), and continuous improvement initiatives.
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Ensure educational practices align with the National Quality Framework, National Quality Standards, Child Safe Standards, and bestchance values.
We're Looking For Someone Who
Is passionate about children's learning and development.
Loves coaching and mentoring educators.
Inspires others through positive leadership and collaboration.
Is knowledgeable about the National Quality Framework, National Quality Standards, and approved learning frameworks.
Embraces reflective practice and continuous improvement.
Builds strong relationships with families, educators, and community partners.
Thinks creatively and is always looking for better ways to support children and teams.
What You'll Bring-
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (or ACECQA-approved equivalent).
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Current VIT Registration (where applicable).
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Demonstrated experience in an Educational Leader, Kindergarten Teacher, or leadership role.
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Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework and Early Years Learning Framework.
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Excellent communication, coaching, and leadership skills.
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A commitment to child safety, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
Why You'll Love Working With Us
At bestchance, we genuinely invest in our people.
You'll enjoy:
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A supportive and collaborative leadership team.
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Ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities.
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Career progression across our network of 35 Victorian services.
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The opportunity to influence educational excellence across your service.
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A values-driven workplace where your ideas are welcomed.
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A positive culture built on collaboration, respect, innovation, and inclusion.
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The chance to make a real difference in children's lives every single day.
Our Values
Everything we do is guided by our values:
Safety Always
We prioritise the physical, emotional, and cultural safety of everyone.
Collaboration & Courage
We work together, think differently, and embrace new ideas.
Integrity & Accountability
We do what we say and learn from every experience.
Respect & Inclusion
Everyone belongs. Every voice matters.
Innovation & Improvement
We continually strive to improve outcomes for children, families, and communities.
Child Safety Commitment
bestchance is committed to being a Child Safe Organisation. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are committed to creating environments where children feel safe, respected, and empowered.
We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Ready to Lead the Future of Early Learning?
If you're passionate about educational excellence and ready to inspire the next generation of educators while making a meaningful difference in children's lives, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of an organisation where your leadership creates lasting impact.
