Bathurst Regional Council

Educational Leader

About the role

Bathurst Regional Council has an exciting opportunity available to join the Children's Services Team in the role of Educational Leader.

The Educational Leader has an influential role in inspiring, motivating, affirming and challenging or extending the practice and pedagogy of educators. The successful applicant will be experienced, self-motivated and passionate about the education of young children.

This position will be based at our Children's Services (Scallywags) facility located in William Street and is responsible for overseeing the educational program delivered within Scallywags Long Day Care and Preschool and Bathurst Family Day Care. 

Coverage on the floor will be required on the floor two day per week and in consultation with the Children's Services Coordinator.

The services provides a high level of education and care and as the Educational Leader you will contribute to making the service a point of difference from other child care providers.   

The position will work alongside a team of professionals responsible for room management, child health and safety, education and planning and enriching children’s lives through play- based learning.

Key Requirements

• Degree in Early Childhood Education
• A sound knowledge of Early Years Learning Framework and ability to develop and implement a high-quality educational program.
• A working knowledge of National Quality Standards, Education and Care Regulations and National Law.
• Teaching experience an Education and Care setting.
• Experienced in the provision of a quality educational program for children aged 0 to 5 years of age.
• The ability to work cooperatively and flexibly within a team environment. 
• Experience in guiding and leading a team.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.
• Current approved First Aid, Emergency Asthma Management and Anaphylaxis Management training.
• Current HLTAID010 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
• Current approved Child Protection Training (CHCPRT001)
• Ability to take on the Role of Responsible Person and carry out duties of Coordinator as required.
• Able to comply with the requirements of Child Safe Standards including the Child Protection (Working with Children) Regulation 2013 through the provision of a Working with Children Check clearance and the services Child Safe guidelines, policies, and procedures.

What we can offer

• Positive work life culture
• Work/Life Balance 
• Rostered day off every three weeks (if working full time) 
• Generous leave entitlements 
• Corporate gym membership 
• Employee education assistance 
• Access to training and professional development opportunities
• Access to confidential employee assistance program  

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This position requires a pre employment health assessment which includes a functional, audio and drug & alcohol screen.

Position Status: Permanent Fulltime 

Salary: $1,310.30 to $1,376.66 per week + superannuation

Hours of work: Full time - 35 hours per week, with an RDO every third week. 

Application closing date: Sunday, June 1 2025, at 11.30pm

Contact Officer:  Bronwyn Starkey – 02 6333 6523

Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where diversity is embraced and supported.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. 

We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation with a zero tolerance for child abuse.

How to Apply

To submit your application for this position, please complete the questionnaire below. You will then be prompted to attach your resume and copies of any relevant qualifications (please note, attaching a resume is mandatory). You must have the right to live and work in Australia for the duration of this position to apply for this job.