At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead educational programming and support inclusion for children in a fun, engaging environment.
- Company: Join Arabanoo Before and After School Care, a vibrant community-focused centre.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative team atmosphere with a focus on children's wellbeing and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Teaching qualification and experience in educational leadership or early childhood education.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
Arabanoo Before and After School Care – Balgowlah Heights NSW
The Educational and Senior People Leader is responsible for educational leadership and programming, including implementation of My Time, Our Place (MTOP), pedagogical leadership, and high level support for children and inclusion. The role also provides senior people leadership, directly managing Educators and coordinating with the People and Support Coordinator on broader staffing matters. The role maintains a regular presence on the floor, prioritising afternoons with children and liaising with school teachers regarding children's wellbeing.
Although advertised as full-time, the role is flexible and would suit 30 - 38 hours per week.
Key responsibilities
- My Time, Our Place (MTOP) implementation
- Inclusion support and wellbeing for children
- Weekly and Vacation Care programming
- Educational planning and documentation
- Maintain and update physical environments in both centres
- Programming meetings and critical reflection
- Pedagogical leadership and educator support
- Coaching and feedback on the floor for staff
- Direct management of Educators
- Regular work in progress and development conversations
About you
- Approved teaching qualification and demonstrated experience in an educational leadership role within OSHC, teaching or early childhood education
- Strong working knowledge of My Time, Our Place (MTOP) and the National Quality Standard, particularly QA1
- Demonstrated experience leading programming, critical reflection and pedagogical practice
- Experience directly managing and developing Educators, including regular coaching and performance conversations
- Experience supporting children with additional needs, including behaviour support strategies and Inclusion Support Funding processes
- Excellent communication skills for family engagement, school liaison, and staff training
- Experience with OWNA or the ability to quickly learn programming and communication systems
- Current Working with Children Check (WWCC)
- A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively both on the floor with children and in an office/leadership capacity
About us
Arabanoo Before & After School Centre Inc. operates before and after school care for up to 185 children and 35 staff.
Education Leader and Inclusion Support Coordinator in Sydney employer: Arabanoo Before and After School Care
Arabanoo Before and After School Care is an exceptional employer that prioritises the professional growth of its staff while fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture. Located in the beautiful Balgowlah Heights, employees benefit from flexible working hours, comprehensive training opportunities, and a strong emphasis on collaboration and mentorship, making it a rewarding environment for those passionate about education and child development.
Contact Details:
Arabanoo Before and After School Care Recruitment Team
