**Dual Role : 2IC / Educational Leader**
**Sparrow Early Learning Thornlie**
**Full-time Role**
**We are looking for someone who**:
- Has a true passion for Early Childhood Education & Care
- Has a vibrant energy and is an uplifting team player.
- Is a highly motivated, passionate and inspiring leader
**About the Role**:
As a **Educational Leader / 2IC** you will Support the Service Manager to manage the day-to-day operations of the Service in line with company policies and procedures, meeting compliance and operation targets. You will model creativity and innovation, motivate, and lead a team of Educators to create a positive and fun working space In this role you will design and implement engaging learning programs and work collaboratively while also providing confident support and motivation within your team of Educators. You will also maintain excellent relationships with families, children and team members.
Sparrow Early Learning Thornlie is a warm and welcoming boutique Service offering only 44 places. Indoor learning spaces feel just like home and are filled with materials and resources that come straight from nature and everyday life. Engaging outdoor spaces provide further opportunities for imaginative and collaborative play with children enjoying the unstructured open spaces, quiet shady areas, sandpits and bike track, under the protection of shade sails.
**What you'll need**:
- **Diploma in Early Childhood Education & Care**:
- **Minimum 1 years experience in a current Second in Charge role**:
- **Experience in an Educational Leader role**:
- Strong knowledge & understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards,
- Current Working with Children Check
- First Aid and CPR certificates including Asthma and Anaphylaxis training..
- Confidence when communicating with all levels of management.
- A strong ability to inspire, motivate and maintain a positive culture within our service
**The Sparrow Benefits**:
- Competitive Above Award Wages and rewarding Bonus Programs
- Additional Allowances for those with increased responsibilities
- Priority Access to Childcare and up to 95% Childcare Discount for Team Members
- Comprehensive Leave Entitlements - including Birthday Leave
- "Learn while you Earn" - paid CIII & Diploma Traineeship Program
- Generous Employee Referral Programs
- Tenure Achievement rewards
- Your Safe Sleep & Child Protection training is on us
- Career progression opportunities & mentorship
- Access to Sparrows Online Learning Studio for Inductions & Professional Development
- Professional Uniforms Provided
- Outstanding Effort Recognition - Monthly State and Service Awards
- Transfer opportunities within the Sparrow Nest
When joining Sparrow, you will become part of the family. We nurture a thoughtful, collaborative, and inclusive culture where everybody feels valued
Pay: $35.00 - $38.00 per hour
**Benefits**:
- Employee discount
- Referral program
Licence/Certification:
- Working with Children Check (required)
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (required)
Work Location: In person