Senior Education Advisor

Why work for Affinity?

At Affinity, we proudly do things differently. Our mission is to inspire and nurture individuals to reach their full potential. It isn’t just about what we do for children, it’s about what we do for our team, too. Every day, at more than 250 childcare centres around Australia, we support quality, teamwork, training opportunities and a culture of recognition and reward. Affinity allows our people to shine – so we can deliver the best in early education.

As Australia’s most dynamic early learning business, we’re revolutionising our industry through our Lifelong Learning approach, Quality Team, Healthy Children program, technology and facilities upgrades and much more. We’d love you to join us!

The Role

As an Senior Education Advisor this role works closely with, Centre managers, Educational Leaders and Centre teams to support and implement Affinity Education Strategy for educational program, practice and pedagogy. Supported by a dedicated team of professional who value collaboration and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Review current educational program and practice in line with approved frameworks and National Quality Standards
• Empower the Educational Leader to provide guidance, training and coaching to their teams
• Provide on the job coaching to Educational Leaders to develop their ability to deliver training and feedback to their teams
• Support the implementation of the Affinity Education Lifelong Learning Curriculum
• Share pedagogical information and resources and encourage reflection and discussion through online and in person workshops and presentations.
• Establish collaborative partnerships with Centre Managers, Educational Leaders, ECTs, centre staff, support staff and management

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor of Education or equivalent
• Extensive experience working as an ECT, Lead Educator or Centre leadership position
• Experience with curriculum and approved frameworks
• Sound knowledge of ACECQA requirements
• Sound computer literacy skills
• Sound knowledge of legislation relating to early childhood profession
• Understanding of current trends/issues relevant to early childhood profession.   
• Ability to work independently with strong time management and organisational skills.

Benefits

• Attractive salary package
• 50% discount on childcare gap fees
• Novated Lease Employee Benefit program
• Fitness and Lifestyle Group memberships
• A professional culture and supportive work environment
• Career advancement opportunities

Permanent Full-time position, Monday to Friday, 38 hours per week.

Achieve beyond your expectations as you are supported to learn new things, grow personally and professionally, and develop new, valuable skills. Enjoy exciting new opportunities that go beyond the ordinary. Achieve newfound happiness and work-life balance.

This position requires regular travel, with approximately three days per week spent on day trips and periodic overnight stays.

Feel positive. Feel proud. Make new friends. Laugh. Go home smiling.

MAKE YOUR MOVE

Apply now.