<p><strong>Inspire. Lead. Make a Difference in Early Learning</strong></p> <p>Are you looking for your next step in leadership in the early childhood sector?</p> <p><i>Good Shepherd Lutheran College is a co-educational, non-government school for ELC to Year 12 students, with three campuses across Darwin: Howard Springs, Palmerston and Leanyer.&nbsp;</i></p> <p>We’re seeking passionate and suitably qualified Team Leaders to lead our dedicated educators and create meaningful learning experiences that spark curiosity, creativity, and confidence in our littlest learners. Positions are available at our Early Learning Centres (ELCs) in Howard Springs and Palmerston on a permanent full-time basis.</p> <p>As a Team Leader, you’ll be a mentor and a champion for play-based learning and lifelong wonder. This role offers exciting leadership and professional growth opportunities for aspiring professionals in the early childhood sector.</p> <p>Working closely with the ELC Director, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality long day care and pre-school programs for children aged 3 and 4 years that align with the National Quality Framework (NQF) and the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).</p> <p><strong>The ideal candidate will:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Hold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care</li> <li>Ideally have prior leadership experience in an ELC setting</li> <li>Demonstrate a strong commitment to early childhood development and education</li> </ul> <p><strong>What We Offer:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Permanent full-time positions</li> <li>Leadership development and mentoring opportunities</li> <li>Competitive remuneration package including 6 weeks annual leave</li> <li>Salary: $84,080 gross per annum</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive community that values career progression and staff wellbeing</li> <li>Free on-site car parking</li> </ul> <p>Commencement date: Immediate or as negotiated</p> <p><strong>Applications close:&nbsp; &nbsp;Tuesday, 3 June 2025</strong></p> <p><i>Applications may be assessed as they are received, and applicants may be contacted for an interview before the deadline.</i></p> <p>For more information and to apply, please visit:</p> <p><a href="https://goodshepherd.nt.edu.au/about/employment">https://goodshepherd.nt.edu.au/about/employment</a>&nbsp;</p> <p>Please direct position queries to <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:employment@goodshepherd.nt.edu.au?subject=Early%20Learning%20Centre%20%28ELC%29%20Team%20Leaders%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>employment@goodshepherd.nt.edu.au</a>?subject=Early%20Learning%20Centre%20%28ELC%29%20Team%20Leaders%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:employment@goodshepherd.nt.edu.au?subject=Early%20Learning%20Centre%20%28ELC%29%20Team%20Leaders%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">employment@goodshepherd.nt.edu.au</a> &nbsp;</p>