At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and mentor educators, guide curriculum development, and promote best practices in early childhood education.
- Company: Join Mini Masterminds, a top early childhood education provider with a nurturing culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy above award salary, tailored leadership development, and childcare discounts.
- Other info: Be part of a collaborative team that values innovation and excellence.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on children's learning while growing your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Bachelor or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and experience in mentoring educators.
Mini Masterminds is a leading early childhood education provider committed to creating safe, nurturing, and inspiring learning environments where every child can thrive. We are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated Full-Time Educational Leader to join our team at Mini Masterminds Brighton Le Sands (51-place centre).
Guided by our values of Individual Care, Quality Education, and Genuine Love, our purpose-built centres provide engaging learning environments where children are encouraged to explore, discover, and develop confidence through meaningful play-based learning. We are passionate about supporting every child's development while fostering a workplace where educators feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow.
As Educational Leader, you will play a key role in driving educational excellence across the centre by mentoring educators, guiding curriculum development, and promoting best practice in early childhood education. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will work alongside educators to support high-quality programming, inspire continuous improvement, and ensure every child receives meaningful learning experiences aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor educators through on-the-floor coaching and professional support
- Guide curriculum planning, programming, and documentation in line with the EYLF
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and reflective practice
- Support educators in delivering engaging, play-based learning experiences
- Build strong relationships with children, families, and the wider community
- Ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework (NQF), National Quality Standards (NQS), and all relevant legislation
- Collaborate with the Centre Leadership Team to achieve quality outcomes
- Promote a positive, collaborative, and professional team culture
Why Join Mini Masterminds?
- Above Award salary
- Tailored leadership development and career progression opportunities
- Ongoing professional development and mentoring
- Supportive Centre and Head Office Leadership Teams
- Childcare discounts for employees
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Be part of a growing organisation that values collaboration, innovation, and excellence
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Bachelor or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (ACECQA-approved)
- Previous experience mentoring or leading educators within an Early Childhood setting
- Current Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis certifications
- Current Child Protection training/certificate
- Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), National Quality Framework (NQF), and National Quality Standards (NQS)
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
- A genuine passion for inspiring educators and delivering high-quality education and care
Applicants must have valid Australian working rights. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
Educational Leader – Brighton Le Sands in Sydney employer: Mini Masterminds
At Mini Masterminds Brighton Le Sands, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and well-being of our educators. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and innovation, offering tailored leadership development and ongoing professional development opportunities. With above-award salaries, childcare discounts, and a commitment to creating inspiring learning environments, we empower our team to thrive while making a meaningful impact in early childhood education.
