Early Childhood Leader - Chelsea Heights, VIC

Job Details & Role

About your service: Chelsea Heights Kindergarten, Chelsea Heights.

Hourly Rate: $47.81 - $50.00 Per Hour.

• Days Required: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. Three days per week required.
• Session Times: 1:30 pm to 6:00 pm.
• Vacation Care: Work during the school holiday period from 8 am to 5:30 pm. (Monday, Tuesday & Thursday).
• Contract: Casual.
• Professional development sessions are paid training sessions, and Retention payments are above award.

Your Impact: Key Responsibilities

As our Extended Care Early Childhood Leader you will:

• Be the Visionary: You’re the boss of the service! You’ll plan and program epic science experiments, sports tournaments, fun educational activities and creative arts that kids actually want to do!
• Safety First, Fun Always: Lead a safe, inclusive environment while every child feels like a rockstar. 
• Chef it up: Whip up healthy, tasty snacks that keep the energy levels high.
• Champion Quality: Work with your Programs Engagement Manager on Assessment & Ratings with the full backing of our compliance experts at our unit TEG Compass.
• The Community Connector: Ensure every stakeholder is heard and valued while building successful, integrated Extended Care programs.
• The Clockwork Catalyst: Manage the day-to-day "business" of the service, ensuring everything runs like clockwork.

What You Bring to the Mix

• The Qualification: You’ve got (or are studying toward) a Diploma, Bachelor’s, Masters in Early Childhood, Primary Teaching, or School Aged Care, and more. Check with us if your qualification is approved!
• The Vibe: You’re warm, engaging, and have a "can-do" attitude.
• The Essentials: A valid Working With Children Check, Child Protection Training Certificate, First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis & Asthma Management (willingness to obtain).
• Master Connector: Whether you’re engaging with a curious child, empowering an Educator, or navigating a high-level meeting with school leadership, you build trust and connection in minutes.

The Perks: Why You’ll Love Working With Us!

• Massive Child Care Discounts: Save 95% on your session gap fees (After deduction of Child Care Subsidy).
• Split Shift Allowance: Extra cash $21.38 per day, just for working the hours you love.
• We Support You: We pay up to $200 for First-Aid & CPR training, and renewals.
• Flexibility: Get your midday back. That’s gym sessions, study, or your personal time!
• Level Up with the Experts: Learn from the masters who shaped the industry. With 24 years of stable leadership under our original Founder and CEO, we offer exclusive mentoring and workshops designed to accelerate your expertise!

Ready to join us?

If you’re looking for a role in Early Childhood where you’re personally welcomed and introduced to your team, assigned a buddy / mentor and guaranteed shifts, we want to hear from you.

For more information about careers at The Extend Group, please contact hr@extend.com.au, and Puja or Claire will be in touch.

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