Job Description What will you do? Working closely with experienced ECTs, Educators and a supportive team, you’ll help deliver a high-quality educational program that inspires young minds every day. The Lead ECT at MACSEYE plays a dual role as the Educational Leader and senior educator within the service. They design and lead the delivery of engaging, inclusive programs while also inspiring and mentoring educators and VIT-registered teachers, both with full and provisional registration. They ensure compliance, champion quality, and lead a reflective and collaborative learning culture. Their practice will be enriched and informed by collaboratively designed pedagogical frameworks and educational resources. Leadership & Mentoring - Mentor and support Educators, Early Childhood Teachers, students, and volunteers to build their confidence and professional capabilities. Compliance & Organisational Standards - Ensure documentation, planning, and practice meet the standards of the National Quality Framework (NQF) and reflect current best practices. Working with Children - Respect and empower each child as a capable, unique individual with rights, voice, and strengths, role-modelling inclusive and responsive practices. Documentation & Assessment - Stay informed on emerging practices in early childhood education and use this knowledge to enrich your planning, assessments, and program delivery. Family Engagement - Build meaningful partnerships with families through respectful, honest, and open communication that supports each child's learning journey. Administrative Contributions - Assist with budgeting, planning, and policy development as needed to support centre operations and compliance. Risk Management & Safety - Follow all MACSEYE policies and procedures to ensure children's safety, wellbeing, and program integrity at all times. Professional Conduct - Demonstrate professionalism, sound judgment, and ethical decision-making in alignment with relevant legislation, codes of conduct, and organisational values.
