Early Childhood Education & Care Lead (ECEC Lead)

Lead the Future of Early Learning. Shape a System. Leave a Legacy.

Are you ready to do more than lead a service?

At Catholic Schools Broken Bay (CSBB), we are creating something extraordinary: an integrated Baptism to Post School pathway that connects early learning, school education and community in a seamless journey for children and families. As our new Early Childhood Education & Care Lead, you will help shape the future of Early Childhood Education and Care across one of Australia's most innovative Catholic education systems.

This is not a traditional ECEC role.

This is a rare opportunity to influence strategy, design systems, drive transformational change and build a network of high quality Early Learning Centres and Out of School Hours Care services that place children, families and faith at the centre of everything we do.

This is a 12 month temporary role with the possibility of extension or permanency.

Why This Role Matters

As the ECEC Lead, you will spearhead the development and implementation of CSBB's Early Childhood Education and Care strategy, guiding the transition of ECEC services into direct CSBB management and establishing a sector leading model of excellence. Reporting to the Senior Executive, Strategic Delivery, you will play a pivotal role in shaping how children and families experience education from their earliest years. 

This role offers the chance to:

• Shape and grow a system wide ECEC vision
• Build high quality Early Learning and OSHC services
• Influence educational outcomes for thousands of children and families
• Lead strategic projects with executive level visibility
• Create sustainable pathways connecting ECEC, schools and parishes
• Leave a lasting impact across an entire education network

What You'll Be Leading

You will:

• Lead the implementation of CSBB's ECEC strategy and future growth agenda
• Oversee the transition of Early Learning Centres and OSHC services into direct CSBB operation
• Develop and embed ECEC Provider Standards that drive quality, consistency and Catholic identity across all services 
• Partner with schools, parish communities and key stakeholders to strengthen enrolment pathways and family engagement 
• Drive workforce capability through coaching, professional learning and leadership development 
• Use data, evidence and insight to improve performance, compliance and service excellence aligned with the National Quality Framework
• Collaborate across Finance, HR, Facilities, Marketing and Strategic Delivery teams to ensure sustainable growth and operational success
• Need a Valid Working with Children Check

About You

You are a strategic thinker with a passion for transforming early childhood education.

You bring:

• Significant leadership experience within Early Childhood Education and Care and/or Children's Services
• Deep understanding of the National Quality Framework, quality improvement and regulatory compliance
• Experience leading organisational change, service growth or multi site operations
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence across diverse groups
• Strong project management, governance and strategic planning capabilities
• A commitment to nurturing high quality outcomes for children, families and communities
• Alignment with the mission, values and vision of Catholic education

Most importantly, you are energised by the opportunity to build something meaningful and make a difference at scale.

A probation requirement will be passing the NSW Early Learning Commission Knowledge Assessment to become an Approved Provider of an Early Childhood Education and Care Service. 

Why Join Catholic Schools Broken Bay?

At CSBB, we're not just delivering education. We're shaping tomorrow, together in faith.

You'll join a values driven organisation that is:

• Growing and innovating across Early Childhood, School and Community settings
• Committed to excellence, inclusion and continuous improvement
• Investing in people, leadership and capability
• Focused on creating thriving learning communities for children and families

This is your opportunity to join at a defining moment and help establish the future direction of Early Childhood Education and Care across CSBB. 

Ready to Shape the Future?

If you're a visionary ECEC leader who can balance strategy, quality, compliance and people leadership, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and help create exceptional beginnings for children, families and communities across Catholic Schools Broken Bay.

For further information on the role, please contact Jennifer on ************ or email ***************************  

Closing date for applications is 5:00pm on Thursday 15 October 2026.