Educational Leader - Full Time - Holder ELC

Are you passionate about education and care? Do you excel in mentoring and fostering quality practice? Are you a strong advocate for sustainable practices, children's rights, and social justice? Do you want to be part of an innovative and progressive learning environment?

If this sounds like you, then The Y team at Holder Early Learning Centre (ELC) is the perfect place for you!

The Role:

As the Educational Leader, you will lead the educational team to ensure the delivery of high-quality education and care. Your role will include:

• Promoting effective relationships within the team and ensuring a safe, nurturing environment.
• Supporting the Director with administrative tasks.
• Leading, mentoring, and motivating staff to continually improve and develop.
• Managing day-to-day operations of the Early Learning Centre, including staff management and leadership.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated leader passionate about early childhood education to make a lasting impact.

About Us:

We are seeking passionate individuals to join the Y Canberra Region family. As part of one of the world’s oldest not-for-profits, you’ll have the chance to give back to the local Canberra community.

We celebrate diversity and inclusivity, welcoming people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, and age groups. Our culture is built on The Y's values of honesty, care, respect, and responsibility. We celebrate individual strengths and differences, continually striving for improvement and learning together as a team to be the best educators we can be.

The Centre:

At The Y Holder Early Learning Centre, we recognise childhood as a unique and precious stage of life. Our aim is to support each child’s development in a holistic and unhurried manner, allowing them to flourish at their own pace. Our open plan outdoor spaces are designed to connect children with the natural world, offering opportunities for mud and water play, tree climbing, and regular nature walks.

Experience and Qualifications:

·        Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or a Bachelor of Early Childhood Education, or an ACECQA-approved equivalent qualification.

·        Do Food Safely certificate, or willingness to obtain.

·        Current First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain.

·        Asthma and Anaphylaxis certification, or willingness to obtain.

·        Foundations of Child Safety Training or willingness to obtain prior to commencement.

·        ACT Government - Keeping Children and Young People Safe training or willingness to obtain prior to commencement.

·        Current Paid ACT Working With Vulnerable People card (WWVP) or willingness to obtain prior to commencement)

·        First Aid, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis Certificates.

Why Join The Y?

At The Y, we’re committed to creating a rewarding and supportive workplace where both children and our team thrive. Here’s why you’ll love working with us:

• Workers Retention Grant - We are a proud participant in the Workers Retention Grant, supporting employment stability and growth within our sector.
• Health & Wellbeing Support – Enjoy free flu shots and 24/7 access to confidential counselling for you and your immediate family through Telus Health Global.
• Career Growth – Advance with industry-leading training, including Child Safeguarding certifications.
• Employee Perks & Discounts – Access exclusive rewards through Y Thanks, plus 20% off Y Canberra Region services, including childcare fees and accommodation.
• Paid Onboarding & Training – Start strong with fully paid training from day one.
• WWVP & WWCC Renewal Reimbursement – We reimburse the cost of your Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) check and Working with Children Check (WWCC) renewal (for eligible staff).
• Medibank Corporate Health Cover – Get a 9% discount on your health insurance.
• Beny - Get access to exclusive perks and insights made to enhance physical, mental, social and financial wellbeing

 Our Commitment to Safeguarding

The Y Canberra Region has a commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable people first and foremost in all of our programs and activities. We have extensive Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy and Procedures which help us to continually embed a safe culture. The safety, health, and wellbeing of our participants is our paramount consideration in all decisions, actions, and practices within Y Canberra Region’s services. To find out more please visit:  Safeguarding-Policy-2020-1.pdf

Important Information

• Candidates must have the legal right to work in Australia without sponsorship.
• Pre-employment checks include:
• Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC)
• International Police Check - If applicable
• Two reference checks - At least one referee must be your manager or supervisor from your most recent role
• Applications close on Sunday, August 30, 2026, at 11:59 PM, unless a suitable candidate is found earlier.
• Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply now and be part of a team that’s shaping young minds and creating a positive, supportive community. We can’t wait to welcome you!