Cire Early Learning - Pedagogy and Practice Lead Shape the future. Lead practice excellence. Make a lasting impact. Cire Early Learning is excited to offer a senior leadership opportunity for a passionate and experienced Pedagogy and Practice Lead, ready to influence quality, drive innovation and strengthen practice across our services. With a proud history of delivering high quality early childhood education and care, Cire Early Learning is known for its strong commitment to children, families and communities. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a values-driven leader to guide pedagogical excellence, build capability in our teams and champion continuous improvement. This role is ideal for a leader who thrives at both a strategic and hands-on level; supporting leaders, strengthening systems, and ensuring high quality outcomes for children across all services. At Cire, we put our people at the centre. That’s why we offer: Salary packaging (novated leasing, living expenses, entertainment and benefits) to help you maximise your take-home pay. Discounted childcare fees: 55% off the gap fee across all Cire Early Learning services. A Christmas closure period. Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support your personal and professional wellbeing. About You You are a highly capable and inspiring leader with a deep commitment to early childhood education and quality outcomes. You bring: Demonstrated senior leadership experience across early learning services. A strong commitment to children’s rights, inclusion and evidence-based practice. Proven ability to coach, mentor and build capability in leaders and educators. High-level knowledge of the EYLF, VEYLDF, National Quality Standards and regulatory frameworks. Strong analytical and strategic thinking, with the ability to use data to drive improvement. A proactive, reflective and collaborative approach to leadership. About Cire Cire Early Learning is part of Cire Services, an award-winning not-for-profit organisation dedicated to empowering individuals and families to thrive. Our vision is simple yet powerful: Communities where everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential. When you join Cire, you’re becoming part of a supportive, values-driven organisation that prioritises quality, inclusion, innovation and professional growth. To be considered, applicants must: Hold a Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (or equivalent). Have leadership experience across early learning settings. Hold a current Working with Children Check. Hold a current driver’s licence. Have full Australian working rights. Meet all Child Safe Standards and screening requirements. For role enquiries, please contact Kim McConville on (03) 7067 6113. Our Commitment to Child Safety Cire Services is committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of all children. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children. We are committed to the ongoing implementation of the Victorian Child Safe Standards, ensuring that child safety remains at the forefront of everything we do. All staff members are responsible for understanding and upholding our commitment to child safety. Employment is subject to a rigorous screening process, and compliance with child safety policies is a mandatory condition of employment. Cire Services reserves the right to make an appointment at any stage of the recruitment process, including prior to the closing date for applications. We thank you for your understanding.
