Aspire Early Education & Kindergarten Thornhill Village is seeking a passionate, experienced, and supportive Educational Leader to join our team. This is a full-time position working across rotating shifts (8:30am–4:30pm, 9:00am–5:00pm, 9:30am–5:30pm) and supporting all age groups from 0–6 years . This is a fantastic opportunity for an educator who thrives on mentoring others, driving high quality practice, and shaping meaningful learning experiences for children. Why Join Aspire Thornhill Village? Modern, purpose-built centre with high-quality resources Supportive Centre Manager, Assistant Centre Manager & established educator team 50% gap fee discount on childcare across Aspire centres Paid Birthday Leave 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Ongoing professional development, mentoring & clear career progression Strong support from Area Managers and the People & Talent team Competitive salary and a growing, forward-thinking organisation About the Role As the Educational Leader at Thornhill Village, you will play a key role in guiding and elevating educational practice across the centre. This includes: Leading, mentoring, and coaching educators in curriculum planning and implementation Supporting and observing practice on the floor (15 hours per week spent on the floor) Ensuring curriculum aligns with the EYLF, VEYLDF, NQS and Aspire’s Grow, Learn & Connect philosophy Driving reflective practice, documentation quality, and continuous improvement Collaborating closely with the Centre Manager and Assistant Manager Building strong, respectful relationships with children, families, and the local community Empowering educators to deliver high-quality, child-led programs Supporting QIP development and centre-wide improvement goals What We’re Looking For ACECQA-approved Diploma or Bachelor of Early Childhood Education Previous experience as an Educational Leader or strong capability to step into the role A positive, proactive attitude and strong mentoring skills Confidence and experience supporting educators by observing practice Sound understanding of the EYLF, VEYLDF, NQS, and QIP Excellent communication and collaboration skills Strong organisational skills and commitment to best practice Current WWCC, Police Check, First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis training Our Commitment to Child Safety & Inclusion Aspire Early Education & Kindergarten is committed to child safety, well-being, participation, empowerment, and cultural safety for all children—including those with disabilities and from culturally diverse backgrounds. We embrace diversity and welcome applicants from all communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy for child abuse and uphold a strong duty of care across all environments. Apply Now If you are an inspiring leader with a passion for quality practice and educator development, we invite you to join Aspire Thornhill Village and help shape the future of early childhood education.
