• $5000 sign-on bonus (conditions apply)
• $75,364 to $104,708 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience
• Annual Education Leader allowance 
• Off the floor position
• 30% discount on childcare fees
• Generous salary packaging options - pay less tax and increase your take home pay!

About us

Gippsland Lakes Complete Health (GLCH) is a not-for-profit organisation that’s been helping East Gippsland residents to live well for more than 50 years.

We’re one of the region’s most high-profile health and support service providers with more than 550 staff, 300 volunteers, and an annual budget in excess of $50 million. 

Our mission is to develop and deliver quality health and wellbeing services to the people of East Gippsland. 

Both our Children’s Centre’s are part of the Support, Therapy, Education and Prevention (STEP) Unit.  We provide care and education to children from infancy through to thirteen years of age, in a safe, secure and stimulating environment including:

• Full time, part time and casual care
• Before and after school care
• 3 and 4 year old funded kindergarten
• Care for children with special needs
• Excursions and incursions

Over 160 children are currently enrolled at both Centre’s.  The Children’s Centre is located on Coates Road, Lakes Entrance, and the Gippsland Lakes Early Learning Centre is located on Carpenter St Lakes Entrance.

About the role

As a key member of the Children’s Centre leadership team, the Educational Leader provides pedagogical leadership across the service, driving educational excellence, continuous improvement and evidence-informed practice. The role works collaboratively with educators, families, leadership and community partners to build educator capability, strengthen outcomes for children and ensure the delivery of high-quality, inclusive and child-centred educational programs.

Qualifications

A relevant qualification is mandatory, such as a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, Bachelor of Education, Graduate Diploma in Early Childhood, or Master of Education.

Sign on bonus

We are currently offering a sign on bonus of up to $5,000 available to new hires (part-time and full-time). This will be paid in the following stages:

• $1,000 gross after 3-month probationary period
• $2,000 gross after one full year of employment
• Additional $2,000 gross after two full years of employment

Terms and conditions apply - please speak to us more for details.

Team Culture

At GLCH we believe our people are our biggest asset and pride ourselves on a culture that is equitable, encourages open communication and has an emphasis on recognition and career advancement. We welcome all people irrespective of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation and gender identity. People enjoy working at GLCH because we’re supportive, inclusive and collaborative in our approach. 

Other Benefits

• Annual pay increases
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development
• Options to purchase additional annual leave
• Education Leader allowance
• 30% discount on childcare fees

Enquiries:

Kate O'Meara, Manager - Early Childhood Education and Care Services  

Ph: 5155 8370

Email: kateo@glch.org.au

To Apply

Upload your resume and a cover letter that addresses your suitability for the role.

A separate document addressing the Position Requirements is not required.

Applications close:  Tuesday, 22nd of September 2026