Educational Leader

Educational Leader
Sparrow Early Learning Murrumbeena
Part-time Role (Monday to Friday)

…. Because meaningful learning starts with intentional daily practice.

We're looking for an inspiring Educational Leader who brings heart, vision, and deep knowledge of early learning frameworks. You'll guide your team with curiosity, creativity, and care - shaping rich, play-based, child-led programs and championing quality practice every day. If you love mentoring others, sparking ideas, and turning great pedagogy into everyday magic, we want to hear from you!

This is not a non-contact role. It’s a hands-on Educational Leader position built on relationships, professional trust, and visible presence within services.

Success in this role is seen in educators who feel confident, supported, and inspired.  Where pedagogy is strengthened through coaching and reflection, learning environments evolve with intention, early support is thoughtful and timely, and strong partnerships with families and communities enrich children’s learning. Consistent, high-quality practice across services is nurtured through guidance, trust, and shared purpose.

You’ll be supported through regular check-ins and ongoing guidance from our Education & Practice team. We offer hands-on mentoring, reflective conversations, and practical support to help you grow with confidence in your role.

What you’ll need:

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education & Care

• Minimum 2 years experience in a current Educational Leader role

• Proven knowledge & understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework, National Quality Standards, Childhood Development and Play-based Child-drive Pedagogy 

• Current Working with Children Check

• Mandatory National Child Safety Training

• Excellent Communication skills, both written and verbal and the ability to communicate with clear vision.

• Experience with supporting, mentoring & collaborating with a diverse team 

• First Aid and CPR certificates including Asthma and Anaphylaxis training.

The Sparrow Benefits

• Enjoy competitive wages plus the ECEC Worker Retention Payment

• Educational Leader Allowance for your extra responsibilities!

• Priority childcare access & up to 95% discount!

• Awesome leave perks — including Birthday Leave!

• Access compassionate, confidential support anytime with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Paid traineeships: Learn while you earn!

• Generous rewards for employee referrals!

• Celebrate milestones with tenure rewards!

• Safe Sleep & Child Protection training on us!

• Career growth and mentorship opportunities!

• Access to online learning & professional development!

• Transfer opportunities within the Sparrow Nest
  **T&C apply to all Sparrow benefits 

When joining Sparrow, you will become part of the family.  We nurture a thoughtful, collaborative, and inclusive culture where everybody feels valued.  At Sparrow, we are an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment

We review applications as they are submitted. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage of the process.

If you’re passionate about making a difference in early education, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your application via Seek or email your resume and cover letter to ***********@sparrow.edu.au

"Our organisation is deeply committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of young children. We prioritise creating secure environments where children can be inspired and nurtured to grow. Through continuous training, clear policy frameworks, and a proactive approach to risk management, we work to prevent harm and address any concerns promptly. Our goal is to provide safe, supportive, and inclusive environments where every child feels valued and protected”