Description:
Are you the next superhero who will guide a team of educators to create thoughtful and provoking experiences for every child?
Dive into the world of imaginative curriculum development, where you transform learning into an exciting journey filled with discovery and wonder. This role isn’t just about training; it’s about igniting sparks of creativity and curiosity in our Educators, turning them into classroom superheroes! With an eye for quality, our Educational Leaders ensure that every day is a thrilling exploration for every child.
At Green Leaves Early Learning, our unique National Learning, Research, and Development Program (NLRDP) is at the heart of our commitment to supporting our teams' professional development. When you join the Green Leaves team, you have access to an extensive list of support services and opportunities created and designed in collaboration with our Educators from across the group.
Each day, you will be provided with learning and development opportunities, including:
Face-to-face and online mentoring with our NLRDP Research Partner (Dr Karen Grubb)
Monthly Educational Leader ‘Think Tank’ meetings with your colleagues across Australia
Access to the NLRDP Perspective Partners in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge, Cultural Pedagogy, Nutrition, Wellbeing, Inclusion, Sustainability, The Arts, and Documentation
Access to unlimited information and resources via our new NLRDP Communication and Resource platform on ‘PADLET’
Access to the Creative Collection Arts and Materials with Children training program (delivered by Kelly Goodsir and Kirsty Liljegren)
Access to the ‘Learning Leaves’ Documentation training delivered by our Pedagogy Partner
On-call and online access to our Inclusion Mentoring Team, led by Robyn Papworth
The opportunity to apply for and participate in our exclusive Annual New Zealand Study Tour
Access to our Green Leaves Learning Tree Scholarship fund, which allows you to attend professional learning and networking across Australia.
In addition, at Green Leaves, we believe in recognising and rewarding your contribution to the group through our Green Leaves Work Perks:
A supportive and progressive culture that appreciates doing things a little bit differently
EL Allowance + Education Grant Wage Boost + weekly pay
The opportunity to work with flexibility on full-time or part-time arrangements
- Childcare Discount- 75% off the gap fee
- The opportunity to grow your career with ongoing development and support from a range of internal programs
- Exclusive access to our supplier discount program
- From our Annual Wellness Week to complimentary flu shots, we support your wellbeing year-round
Start your day right with Breakfast and Barista-made Coffee on us!
- Access to our online Green Leaves library
- Our Acknowledge platform, celebrating team achievements through shared eCards of support
About You:
- An ACECQA-approved Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, or higher
- A current SA Working with Children's Check (or willing to obtain)
- Current SA Child Protection Training (or willing to obtain)
- Current HLTAID012 First Aid Certificate and CPR (or willing to obtain)
- Previous experience as an Assistant Director or Educational Leader
- Knowledge and experience with Qikkids and Storypark (or similar equivalent platforms)
- National Police Clearance
- National Child Safety Training (or willing to obtain)
- Must be available to work rotating shifts that may start as early as 6:30 am and finish as late as 6:30 pm, Monday to Friday (5 days a week)
Make Your Move!
If your expectations are laser-focused on evolving and continually improving programs and practice in a supportive and collaborative environment, please apply now!
At Green Leaves Early Learning, we prioritise the safety, well-being, and inclusion of all children, including those with disabilities. We encourage applicants to share their experiences working with children with disabilities and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. We are committed to Reconciliation and fostering an environment where all First Nations Australians feel a strong sense of connection and belonging. We welcome your experiences with Aboriginal children and communities.
Green Leaves Early Learning is committed to all aspects of child safety, including child protection, mandatory reporting and adopting the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations.
