Educational Leader/ Lead EducatorLocation: Busy Bees at Port MelbourneTime Type: Full TimePosted On: Posted YesterdayTime Left to Apply: End Date: December 13, 2024 (27 days left to apply)Job Requisition ID: JR106811Busy Bees at Port Melbourne is a 122-place service that is proud to showcase our warm and nurturing learning spaces, fostering a fantastic learning environment and inspiring learning opportunities for children aged birth to 5 years. Our purpose-built service is filled with educational play spaces and Educators who are dedicated to encouraging children to learn & grow.Our Educational Leader will be working collaboratively with the Service management to help their service reach the heights of success.Key Benefits we offer for joining our Hive:Fantastic, Above-Award hourly rates and work-life balance!Get an extra allowance on top of your salary for the Educational Leader roleGet a Laundry allowance and annual Uniform allocation in addition to your salary!Generous Childcare Gap Fee discounts for Busy Bees permanent service staff!An opportunity to gain further knowledge while working for a leading global brand in the Early Childhood industry and grow professionally!A chance to showcase and build your leadership skills!Work with a supportive & inclusive team and Management in a leading Childcare Service!Continue improving your knowledge and skills with our Busy Bees training platform!Access to the Busy Bees' Employee Assistance Program!An opportunity to participate in our Global Talent Exchange Program!A chance to connect with and build a support network with leaders in the Early Childhood Industry across the nation!Essential Qualifications:Diploma or Bachelor of Early Childhood Education or equivalent as recognized by the Australian Children's Education & Care Quality Authority (ACECQA).A current and valid blue card.First Aid Certificate.Skills and Attributes:Solid experience as an Educational Leader.A comprehensive understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework and the National Quality Standard to ensure best practices.Ability to guide, mentor and support a team of educators, fostering a culture of professional reflection and continuous improvement.Experience in planning, implementing and evaluating high-quality educational programs.Demonstrated capacity to reflect on practices, seek feedback and engage in ongoing professional learning.Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with families, children, colleagues and the broader community.Proven track record as an effective leader or mentor in early childhood settings.Ensuring all children have equitable access to learning opportunities, catering to diverse needs.Participation and ability to research and engage in community networking, ongoing training and professional development to remain updated with sector changes.Capability to use Storypark for documentation, communication and planning.Use your skills and experience to foster effective leadership and ensure a vibrant learning environment that benefits everyone. Apply Now!Please submit your resume via the "Apply Now" button to commence your application.Why Work for Busy Bees?If you're passionate about early learning, Busy Bees is the place to be. Although we are part of a global organisation, our company was founded by three families looking for better, more enriching childcare. Three decades later, we still keep the same values at heart.We know that we couldn't do what we do without the important people in our teams. We invest in our people and work with them to build career pathways that inspire.#J-18808-Ljbffr