Diploma Qualified outdoor curriculum leader - responsible person

About the role

We are seeking a passionate, confident Outdoor Curriculum Leader to join Believe Early Education Logan Reserve. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in the outdoors, values child‑led exploration, and can lead a high‑quality outdoor curriculum across the service, while taking on the role of Responsible Person to close the centre each day. This service is committed to continuous engagement with professional development in child protection for staff. There is a zero- tolerance culture of child maltreatment, abuse and neglect in this service.

Key responsibilities
As our Outdoor Curriculum Leader, you will:

·         Lead the development and delivery of our outdoor curriculum

·         Create engaging, inviting and age‑appropriate outdoor learning environments

·         Respond to children’s interests through gardening, nature‑based experiences and physical exploration

·         Support rooms where needed and collaborate with educators to embed outdoor learning into daily practice

·         Maintain high standards of safety, supervision and child‑safe practices outdoors

·         Build warm, trusting relationships with children and families

·         Work closely with the leadership team to ensure consistency and quality

·         Up to 37.5 hours a week, able to work until 6.30pm each night as the closing responsible person.

As we move toward introducing a strong physical outdoor curriculum, your strengths in outdoor learning and nature‑based education will be highly valued.

What we're looking for
A Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or higher)

Strong experience in outdoor learning, nature‑based programs and physical environments

Confidence in leading curriculum and supporting educators

Skills in behaviour support, co‑regulation and emotional safety

Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills

A calm, reflective and professional approach

Commitment to high‑quality practice and child safety

Strong leadership skills, to mentor and guide other educators.

Able to take on responsibility of ensuring afternoon ratios’ and closing of centre is completed as per our centre policies and procedures.

What we offer
Believe Early Education is a WRG Workers Retention Grant approved service

Staff discount available

Anniversaries are celebrated with a paid day off and other meaningful acknowledgements throughout the year

Supportive, professional team environment

Strong shared commitment to child safety

A workplace that values your strengths, your ideas and your passion for nature‑based education

If you’re ready to lead an inspiring outdoor curriculum and be part of a team that values quality, connection and nature‑based learning, we’d love to hear from you.

About us

Believe Early Education is committed to providing high-quality, play-based early childhood education and care in a nurturing and inclusive environment. We believe every child deserves to develop in a safe, stimulating space where their curiosity is encouraged and their unique needs are met. Our team of dedicated educators is passionate about supporting children's learning and development during their critical early years. We work in partnership with families and foster a strong sense of community, ensuring that each child feels valued, respected and confident as they explore and grow. This service is a child safe organisation and we strongly uphold our child safety policies and procedures.

To apply

If you are a qualified and enthusiastic educator ready to make a positive impact to our outdoor environments, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application, including your resume, cover letter and copies of your relevant qualifications and certifications. Apply now to join the Believe Early Education team in Logan Reserve.