Full Time
$76,983.40 Gross per annum + Superannuation
Our Values| Respect | Integrity | Teamwork | Service Excellence | Innovation
About the Opportunity
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Educator to join our Early Learning Service.
This leadership role is ideal for an educator who is passionate about high-quality practice and committed to maintaining strong compliance standards under Australian early childhood legislation.
As a Senior Educator, you will lead the implementation of high-quality, play-based programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) while ensuring full compliance with the National Quality Framework (NQF).
Please Note: shortlisting of candidates will be undertaken during the advertising period so please do not delay in submitting your application.
For further information on the position please refer to the Position Description.
What you need to Succeed
* Diploma or Bachelor qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care
* Current Working with Children Check (WWCC)
* Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certification
* Strong working knowledge of the National Quality Framework and Early Years Learning Framework
* Understanding of Child Safe Standards and mandatory reporting requirements
* Excellent leadership and communication skills
* Ability to form respectful partnerships with families
* Communicate effectively regarding children's progress and wellbeing
To apply for this position please complete the online application form, including your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the role.
Why work for us?
A career with Glenelg Shire Council starts with a desire to go further. Here you will care about empowering our community and see the impact of the work you do.
We have a values-based culture and offer a range of training and personal development opportunities, along with a wide range of benefits for staff including salary packaging options, active social club, 24/7 Employee Assistance Program support, well-being initiatives and salary sacrifice options available for gym memberships.
Glenelg Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and values workforce diversity and inclusion. We are committed to providing a safe working environment which embraces the diverse backgrounds and experiences of all people while providing positive employment opportunities.
We take pride in being a child safe organisation and are committed to the wellbeing of children and young people, as well as our employees. This commitment is reflected in our recruitment processes.
Our Shire is renowned for its landscapes which include the Budj Bim, National Heritage Landscape, expansive beaches, scenic and rugged coast and national parks.
We respectfully acknowledge the traditional lands and waters of the Gunditjmara people, Boandik people, Jardwadjali people and their respective cultural heritages. Council embraces diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive community.
Pre-employment Requirements:
All positions with Council are subject to a satisfactory ongoing National Police Check, valid Working with Children Check (Employee), medical assessment and Alcohol and Other Drug Screening.
How to Apply:
To apply for this position please click on the Apply Now button at the bottom of this page. You will be guided to complete our online application form. When submitting your application, please ensure you upload the following supporting documents:
* A brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability for the role, including addressing the Key Selection Criteria detailed in the Position Description.
* Resume.
* Copies of relevant qualifications (if applicable).
Applications Close: Sunday 8 March 2026 at 11:59pm
Looking for further information please contact:
Name: Kate Lyons
Position: Team Leader Integrated Early Years Services
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