Education Leader

About the role
As Educational Leader at Journey Seymour, you’ll play a key role in elevating practice, strengthening pedagogy, and supporting educators to grow with confidence. Working alongside the Centre Leadership Team, you’ll guide intentional teaching, embed reflective practice, and ensure children remain at the centre of everything we do.

This role is ideal for an experienced educator who is passionate about mentoring others, driving quality outcomes, and continuing to develop their own leadership capability in a supportive, values-led environment. This is a Monday to Friday, permanent full-time position.

Journey Seymour is a welcoming and community-focused centre catering to children aged six months to six years. The team focuses on building strong connections with families and the local community, fostering a sense of belonging, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Requirements :

• Minimum 2+ years experience as an Educational Leader
• Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education (ACECQA-recognised)
• Strong understanding of National Quality Framework and National Law
• Ability to design and implement high-quality educational programs
• Confident in curriculum planning, assessment, and reflective practice
• Strong communication skills with ability to coach and mentor educators
• Current Asthma, Anaphylaxis, and First Aid Certificates.

Why you’ll love working with us :

• Educational Leader allowance
• 15 hours programming time off the floor plus additional time per room
• Professional development and training days
• Educator Worker Retention Payments (EWRP)
• Paid birthday leave and anniversary gifts
• Mental Health First Aid and Employee Assistance Program
• High-quality resources and learning environments
• Access to Journey Academy and ongoing mentoring.

About us :
Journey Early Learning is committed to providing a safe, secure, and nurturing environment where every child is protected and supported. Through a strong safeguarding framework, the organisation actively upholds and advocates for the rights and wellbeing of every child, while fostering a growth-focused and supportive environment for educators.