Activity Group Leader - Exceeding NFP Kindergarten

Rare part-time leadership role on the Elwood foreshore

Leadership without full-time hours

This is a part-time, leadership-focused educator role within a long-standing, community-managed kindergarten — one of the very few services in Victoria positioned directly on the foreshore.

What you gain from this role

• Up to $42 per hour (well above award)
• True part-time structure with leadership responsibility
• Foreshore at the back, parklands at the front — nature shapes daily practice
• Over-ratio staffing (supportive, well-resourced environment)
• Generous non-contact time for planning and reflection
• Mentoring from highly experienced teachers
• High-quality learning resources
• Free on-site parking
• Closed over December–January
• Ongoing professional development and a genuinely supportive leadership team

Your role in practice

You will:

• Design and lead a high-quality Friday care program that reflects the service's play-based, nature-led philosophy
• Plan and deliver engaging holiday programs, including excursions and incursions
• Support and mentor educators and trainees, contributing to overall team capability

This is a structured part-time role consisting of:

• One day per week, leading the Friday extended hours program (8:30am–4:30pm)
• Approximately 0.5–1 day per week dedicated to planning, mentoring, and supporting educators
• Additional hours available during school holiday programs, including additional planning time in the lead-up to the break

The community-managed NFP kindergarten is known for its low staff turnover, strong team culture, and consistent approach to exceeding outcomes— making it a highly sought-after environment for educators who value long-term fit.

Who this role suits

This role is well-suited to:

• A Diploma-qualified educator ready to step into a leadership-focused position
• An experienced room leader seeking reduced hours without stepping away from impact
• An Early Childhood Teacher looking for a flexible, nature-based alternative to full-time teaching

What you bring

• Minimum two years' experience in early childhood education and care
• ACECQA-approved qualification (Diploma minimum or working toward a Bachelor's degree — Graduate Diploma not suitable)
• Current First Aid, CPR, Mandatory Reporting and compliance certifications
• Strong communication and organisational capability
• Confidence in leading a team and engaging with families
• A genuine passion for play-based and nature-led learning

Next steps

Roles like this are rarely advertised — and for the right educator, this can become a defining step in their career. If this opportunity aligns with where you want your career to head next, we encourage you to apply or reach out for a confidential discussion.