Educational Leader Role

Join Our Passionate Team at Possum Early Childhood Centre

✨ Educational Leader – Full Time ✨

Are you an educator with a deep passion for nurturing preschool aged children? Do you believe the years between 3-5 are the foundation for lifelong learning and development? If so,Possum Early Childhood Centreis where you belong!

About Us

Possum Early Childhood Centre in Hazelbrook has a proud reputation for partnering with families and delivering high-quality early learning. We have recently expanded and are excited to grow our team. Surrounded by the beautiful Blue Mountains and just a short drive from Penrith, Possum ECC offers a nurturing, inspiring environment for both children and educators.

When children turn three, they transition toPossum ECC, which specialises in education for preschool-aged children (3-5 years).

At Possum ECC, our educators buildstrong relationshipswith children and createpurpose-driven spacesthat foster independence, curiosity, and holistic development. Our evidence-based practices include:

✅ Circle of Security Classrooms

✅ Brain SET design

✅ The Family Partnership Model

We are engaging inpractitioner researchto develop aunique pedagogytailored for children, ensuring we remain leaders in early childhood education.

What We Offer

💜 Asupportive, inclusive, and collaborative teamenvironment

💡 Purpose-designed spaces crafted forchildren

📚 Ongoingprofessional development, including leadership opportunities

🔎 Engagement inpractitioner researchfor early childhood education

📅Paid team meetings

💰Competitive salary conditions (incl 10% Govt Retention Grant moving to 15% in December 2025), and additional well-being leave

🚀 As anot-for-profit, we offerhigher salary sacrificing optionsfor financial benefits

About You

We’re searching for a passionate educator who:

✔️ Has agenuine lovefor working with preschool aged children (3-5 years)

✔️ Understandsdevelopmental needsand embracerespectful, responsivepractices

✔️ Is enthusiastic aboutevidence-based teachingmethods

✔️ Communicateseffectively, thrives in ateam environment, and builds strong connections with families

✔️ Is committed tocontinuous learningand professional growth

✔️ Holdsrelevant Early Childhood Education qualifications

Key Responsibilities

👶 Provide nurturing, responsive care tailored to children

📜 Plan, document, and implement educational programs supporting each child’s milestones

🏡 Foster strong relationships with children and families

🔄 Engage in reflection, collaboration, and development to uphold best practices

🧑‍🏫 Mentoring educators to develop their skills and reflect as an early childhood professional

📚 Supporting trainees with their studies and developing skills

If you’re excited about joining a team that prioritises early childhood development, apply today!