Work with purpose: Are you passionate about the transformative power of early childhood education? The Department for Education is seeking an experienced leader to fill the role of Director, Early Years Curriculum and Learning to lead curriculum for children from birth to 8.
This is your opportunity to influence how thousands of young South Australians experience learning, support educators across public and private sectors, and ensure every child builds strong foundations in literacy, numeracy, and developmental growth.
Why work with us:
Every child and young person deserves a great education.
We have a strategy that aims to unlock every child's potential now and into the future, one that in partnership with learners, students, parents, and the wider South Australian community will build a world-leading public education system. One that is equitable and prioritises learning and wellbeing.
Together we will make our education system the best it can be.
When our children and young people thrive, so do our communities and our state
About the role:
As a member of the Curriculum and Learning executive team the Director, Early Years Curriculum and Learning initiatives across the early years sector, from birth through to age 8. The position plays a pivotal role in shaping how young learners experience education and development during their critical formative years.
Leading the development of the curriculum and learning aspects of the Early Years Learning Framework, ensuring alignment with national standards and best practice, this position is primarily focussed on curriculum and learning for preschools. The Director, Early Years Curriculum and Learning will influence the quality of early childhood education across the sector and support educators in their professional practice.
About you:
* Deep understanding of birth to age 8 curriculum and learning with proven early years leadership experience in creating high-performing teams and maintaining extensive professional networks.
* Demonstrated ability to apply flexible, innovative solutions while making decisions guided by public sector values and the best interests of children, young people, employees and the community.
* Proven capability in building capability in others, strengthening organisational learning, and communicating with empathy to inspire and empower diverse people.
* Committed to creating safe, inclusive work environments with knowledge of Equal Opportunity and Work Health and Safety legislation.
Essential qualifications and competencies:
An appropriate tertiary qualification including post-graduate qualifications in an appropriate discipline desirable or relevant experience.
Experience leading in a large and complex organisation at an executive level, ensuring the translation of priorities into executed deliverables.
You must have, or be able to obtain, a Department for Human Services issued Working With Children Check.
Enquiries:
Enquiries can be directed to Rod Nancarrow, Executive Director, Curriculum and Learning, via or email:
How to apply:
Applications should be made through the I Work For SA website.
For further information including position locations, and details on how to apply for this vacancy, please go to and search for vacancy number 712276
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.