Overview
We’re Big Fat Smile. A not-for-profit that plays a pivotal role in the lives of thousands of children and families across Australia. We’re early education enthusiasts, with 35+ community preschools, long day care centres, out of school hours care and vacation care, and a variety of community and inclusion programs. Each one dedicated to giving every child the best start in life.
About the Role – Head of Educational Excellence
The Head of Educational Excellence drives the strategic direction of pedagogy and quality across our services. As a key member of the Children’s Services Senior Leadership Team, this role champions high-quality service delivery, implements innovative and evidence-based practices, and achieves portfolio KPIs related to educational practice and pedagogy. Working closely with the Executive Lead, Children’s Services, you will lead quality uplift and embed exceptional educational practices across the organisation. This includes designing and delivering professional learning, mentoring Educational Leaders and centre-based teams, leading research partnerships and projects, and contributing to the development of internal policies. This is a permanent, full time role based at our Wollongong Head Office. Hybrid working arrangements are available in line with our Working From Home Policy.
Responsibilities
- Lead quality uplift and embed exceptional educational practices across the organisation
- Design and deliver professional learning and mentor Educational Leaders and centre-based teams
- Lead research partnerships and projects
- Contribute to the development of internal policies
- Collaborate with the Executive Lead, Children’s Services to achieve portfolio KPIs related to educational practice and pedagogy
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Education or similar ACECQA Recognised Early Childhood Teacher level Qualification
- Cleared Valid for paid work, Working with Children’s Check (WWCC)
- A valid driver’s licence
- Extensive Early Education and Care Senior Leadership experience
- Extensive knowledge of Education and Care Services National Regulations and the National Quality Framework (NQF)
- Extensive knowledge of contemporary pedagogical practices, with a strong understanding of child development, theoretical foundations, and philosophical approaches within the early childhood education sector
- Demonstrated ability to evaluate existing knowledge, analyse data, and formulate strategies to improve performance
- Demonstrated ability to develop, lead, and nurture high-performing teams
There are lots of reasons why a role with us is rewarding
- You will feel supported by a Total Well-being Platform that gives you access to self-assessments, articles, toolkits, podcasts, perks and savings, and other resources.
- You will have financial peace of mind with 60% discount on early learning and care and out of school hours care services.
- You can save money with our benefits platform with meaningful discounts from over 500 retailers on everyday purchases, including groceries, cinema tickets, clothing, homewares, tech, gym membership and more.
How to apply
Please send us:
- A copy of your resume
- A cover letter that outlines why you are a good fit for the role and your preference for either full time or part time hours
Join us and you’ll be smiling too, when you make more of a difference.
Safeguarding children is embedded in all we do. Through our Child Secure Framework and Values, we are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all children entrusted to our care.
We’re Big Fat Smile. A not-for-profit that plays a pivotal role in the lives of thousands of children and families across Australia. We’re early education enthusiasts, with 40+ community preschools and fun clubs, and a variety of community and inclusion programs. Each one dedicated to giving every child the best start in life. And each well-respected for the work it does. It’s a super important role and one our educators wear with pride. They work hard to live our values, which guide everything we do. The most important of which is putting the safety and wellbeing of our children first.
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Perks and benefits: Above Award Rates, More Non-Contact Time, Professional Learning Is At The Heart of All We Do, Paid Parental Leave, Generous Staff Discounts, Not-for-profit salary packaging, Retail Discounts, Flexible Work Arrangements
Location: Bowral, Southern Highlands & Tablelands NSW
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