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Educational Leader - North Brisbane

Educational Leader - North Brisbane

YMCA QueenslandQueensland, Australia
24 days ago
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About the Role

Educational Leader – North Brisbane at YMCA Queensland

We’re looking for enthusiastic Educational Leaders to join our Outside School Hours Care team on a permanent part‑time basis.

In this role you will help shape fun, engaging programs that support children’s learning and development outside of school hours. You will guide and support a team of educators, bring creative ideas to life, and make sure every child feels safe, supported, and included.

Ideally you love working in a team, enjoy being hands‑on, and want to make a real impact in your community – this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Why work with us?

We’re a not‑for‑profit organisation with a strong community focus. We’ve recently been awarded government funding through the ECEC Worker Retention Grant that increases your take‑home pay and we are investing in the training, support and professional development of our educators.

Work life balance : 25 – 34.5 hours per week.

Career coaching and progression opportunities.

What You’ll Do

  • Drive the creation, delivery and ongoing improvement of inspiring educational programmes that spark curiosity and growth.
  • Guide, motivate and empower educators to shine in their roles and reach their full potential.
  • Champion child‑centred, play‑based learning that aligns with the latest frameworks and truly puts kids first.
  • Build a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture where every team member feels valued and inspired.
  • Lead by example, encouraging reflective practice and best‑in‑class teaching approaches.
  • Connect and collaborate with families, schools and community partners to create a strong support network around each child.
  • Ensure all programmes meet and exceed compliance requirements while maintaining the highest standards of care.

What You’ll Bring

  • A Diploma in Children’s Services or equivalent (desirable).
  • Minimum three years’ experience in an Early Childhood Education and Care setting.
  • Comprehensive working knowledge of the approved learning framework.
  • Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor others.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of child development, attachment, learning.
  • Understanding of evidence‑based best practice approaches to teaching and learning.
  • Knowledge of leadership theory and the use of a range of leadership styles.
  • Well‑developed critical thinking skills, including the ability to analyse and challenge conventional practice and ideas.
  • Current First Aid and CPR Certification (or willingness to obtain).
  • Current Paid Blue Card (or willingness to obtain).

    • About YMCA OSHC

    YMCA Queensland provides Outside School Hours Care services to 60 school communities across South East Queensland. Our programmes are built around belonging, choice, and fun, and we work in close partnership with families, schools and communities. Children in our care explore, create, play and learn in safe, inclusive and engaging environments. We live our values every day — we are caring, honest, respectful, responsible and fun!

    Ready to apply?

    Hit the apply button below now to start your journey with us! Help us shape a brighter future — one child, one community at a time.

    At the Y, we are committed to empowering all children and young people to feel safe and be safe at the Y. As such, we ensure that all candidates are appropriately screened.

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