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Unleash your potential as an Educational Leader at Guardian Childcare & Education''s Maidstone centre!Step into a role that goes beyond a job titleit''s a purpose-driven opportunity to make a lasting impact on how we teach Australia''s children in a rapidly changing world. Join us and become an innovator, an advocate for professional learning, and a driving force behind best practices in early childhood education.Why Guardian?Lead your ongoing professional development through exceptional coaching, conferences, mentoring, and career advancement opportunities.Work in high-quality, well-resourced environments where you lead programming and collaborate on resourcing decisions.Build and influence professional capacity within our network, shaping teaching programs and practices.Collaborate with educators and teachers to share best practices, innovate through exploration, discovery, and play.Enjoy a competitive salary, generous childcare discounts, recognition and rewards, and an employee referral program.Benefit from WHEREFIT2,000 discounted corporate offers for gyms, studios, activewear, healthy meals, beauty, and more.Participate in the Guardian Degree program with paid study, flexible work hours, mentorship, and course fee reimbursement.Stay prepared with paid first aid courses and renewals.We also provide a 10% retention bonus and Guardian Ed Leader allowance on top of your base salaryhow good is that!? And the best part, the bonus will be 15% in December 2025!Our Centre:Guardian Childcare & Education Maidstone is located only 8km north-west of the Melbourne CBD. The Centre is a convenient choice for families seeking high-quality care close to home, or on the way to the city for work. It is also a great choice for families living in bordering suburbs, including Braybrook, Maribyrnong, Avondale Heights, and Footscray.Guardian Maidstone boasts a range of exciting, resource-rich environments, including a light and reflection room, expansive community garden, pets, and a worm farm and compost system. The light-filled Centre also has three large outdoor spaces specifically designed for each age group, as well as an art piazza.Your Opportunity:Lead the development and implementation of the curriculum.Support educators in delivering an exceptional educational program.Assess children''s learning and development.Set clear goals and expectations for teaching and practice.Contribute to ongoing improvement through the Quality Improvement Plan.To be considered, you should have:Tertiary Qualifications in Early Childhood Education (approved by ACECQA) or Diploma.Or possessing significant programming experience and industry knowledge.Proven knowledge of the National Quality Framework.Previous experience in the early years sector (desirable).Valid Working with Children''s Check or state-specific equivalent.Don''t miss this opportunity to join Guardian Childcare & Education and shape the future of early childhood education. Apply now and be part of our commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. Together, let''s create an extraordinary future!Guardian Childcare & Education values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress.We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.The safety and wellbeing of children will always be our top priority. Guardian Childcare & Education has a zero-tolerance policy for any form of child abuse or harm.Are you passionate about ensuring children have the best start to life? As an Educator at Guardian, you will be part of a team supporting children to develop skills so they can thrive in a rapidly changing world. #J-18808-Ljbffr