Director of Education and Care Service (ECS)

The Glennie School, located in Toowoomba, Queensland, is an Anglican day and boarding school for girls from Kindergarten to Year 12 with boarding for students from Year 5. The School enjoys an excellent reputation for the quality of its programs, care and support offered to students, as well as the commitment, dedication, and professionalism of its staff.

About the role

The Director of Education and Care Service (ECS), a newly created position for 2025, will be a passionate, kind, and thoughtful leader and educator, dedicated to the care and education of young people. The Director will be responsible for all aspects of the Glennie Community Kindergarten and  Glennie OSHC - Pitstop and Kindy Care, including the development and implementation of curriculum based on the Early Years Learning Framework, Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines and National Quality Standards, and ensuring the Centre complies with all governing policies and procedures at all times.

With a focus on the wellbeing of staff and on the day-to-day management, the Director will oversee the care and safety of children across all age groups so that they will thrive as independent young people who are respectful and responsible.

The Glennie Education and Care Service comprises a 44 place, two room co-educational Community Kindergarten with after hours Kindy Care, and a 40 place OSHC for P-6 students.  Our ECS is a close-knit community, providing quality care to the extended Glennie community.

Details 

• Permanent, full-time, 38 hours per week based on the operational requirements of the service, and the roster.
• Commencing in January/February 2025.
• Closing Date for applications - close of business Friday, 3 January 2025. Please note that due to the Christmas/New Year holidays, the School will contact shortlisted candidates from 6 January 2025.
• The School reserves the right to shortlist and appoint prior to the closing date. An extension to the closing date may also be applied, at the School's discretion.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• reporting to the Head of Junior Years, overseeing the daily operation of the Service, including staffing, budget management, and communication with parents and stakeholders;
• leading and supporting the professional development of Educators and Teachers, including coaching, mentoring, and performance management;
• planning and implementation of age-appropriate activities that support the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development of each child;
• ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all stakeholders at the Service at all times, following all policies and procedures; and
• maintaining compliance with all relevant regulations, legislation, and School policies and procedures.

Teamwork and Communication

• Demonstrate a willingness to work positively within a team as well as having the ability to work independently.
• Demonstrate and practice effective written, verbal and non-verbal communication.
• Excellent personal organisation, planning and time management skills including the ability to prioritise tasks to meet deadlines.
• Genuine commitment to the ideals of independent schools, including the preparedness to attend extracurricular activities, as appropriate to the role.
• Commitment to work within and support the Anglican ethos, mission, and values of the School.
• Demonstrate passion, energy, enthusiasm and commitment towards the role and the School.
• Ability to work harmoniously to achieve an organisation-wide vision, as set by the School leadership and Anglican Schools Commission.

Essential Criteria

• Bachelor of Early Childhood Education or equivalent education/training and relevant experience.
• A minimum of three – five years’ related experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Early Years Learning Framework and Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines and National Quality Standard and Regulations.
• Knowledge of assessment and rating processes, as it relates to childcare.
• Sound knowledge of business practices, including the ability to implement and manage budgets and adhere to timelines.
• Ability to lead, train and mentor a team of qualified and committed early childhood professionals.
• Maintain a degree of flexibility in working hours from time to time as required for the position.
• General knowledge of nutrition, Staying Healthy in Childcare (latest edition) and First Aid.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience in Xplor (or other Child Care software programs).
• Knowledge or experience with the Walker Learning Approach.

Mandatory Clearances/Certifications

• Blue card, in accordance with ‘No Card, No Start law’, as per the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000.
• First Aid certification (HLTAID012)
• CPR qualification (HLTAID009)

Protecting our Children

All children have a right to be safe and protected from harm and neglect. At The Glennie School, ensuring the wellbeing of our students, by valuing their contribution, is at the core of what we do. In fact, protecting children is everybody’s business and our commitment to this is evidenced by the way we rally together to ensure they are safe, nurtured and secure in our communities, families and while engaged in learning.

The Glennie School has a commitment to child safety and as such staff will be responsible for understanding and applying the School Child Protection Policy and Child Risk Management Strategy and associated policies and guidelines.

Your Application

Please address your application to the Head of Junior Years, and include a cover letter, CV, and the names and email addresses of two referees. 

Applications can be submitted online via The Glennie School’s website or Seek.  Applications close Friday, 3 January 2025.  Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. 

Please note, we will not proceed with applications that do not have the above information.

Right to Work in Australia, as visa sponsorship is not available.

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