+ BUSINESS MANAGER (Closing 9 March 2026)

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Role Overview

The Business Manager is responsible for the business management of the organisation. This includes, but not limited to, financial management, human resources, procurement, audits and evaluations and ongoing business and centre improvement.

The Business Manager is part of the organisation’s Management Team, works directly to the Chief Executive Officer and assisted by the Administration Team, bookkeeper and accountant. The role supports Board reporting including for the Finance, Risk and Audit Board Committee and Employee Relations Board Committee, budget development, financial monitoring and risk management.

The Business Manager position is a role made for you, because:

• You are outcomes-focused. We value your ability to be creative, innovative, and constantly think outside the box.

• Your commitment to actioning quality improvement mean you see the best in others, build rapport quickly and empower those around you.
• You are able to influence, connect and strengthen relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure best practice and a high standard of professionalism.
• You have meticulous attention to detail, mentor others to be accountable, are organised and able to handle competing priorities.
• You have demonstrated experience in finance, business development, human resources administration, and/or ability to demonstrate experience and qualifications transferrable to the responsibilities required in this role.

Refer to the Position Description. It is desirable for the Business Manager to have Bachelor level qualifications relevant to the position, and encouraged to have ongoing training to assist in the high delivery of the role.

Support For You

• You will be part of the Management Team supported by, and work directly with our Chief Executive Officer.
• You will be supported by the Administration Team and external accountant, bookkeeper and insurance broker.
• Baringa has a rich history in early childhood education and has been supporting the community for 45 years. As a community based, registered charity and incorporated association, Baringa is a critical hub with a broad social impact.

Benefits Include

• Remuneration at Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services (SCHADS) Industry Award 2010 - Social and Community Services Employee (Salary Range Level 4-5)
• Part-time position (up to 20 hours per week) with flexible arrangements considered for suitable candidate.
• Employment Assistance Program
• Ongoing professional development
• End of year shutdown period
• Additional benefits as per Enterprise Agreement.
• Be part of a close-knit, not-for-profit community organisation, incorporated association and registered charity.

Candidates shortlisted must be available to attend an interview. Candidates deemed suitable for the position will be offered to be on the Merit List for 12 months. The role is a permanent part-time position, with a 6 month probation period.

For more information, please contact careers@baringa.org.au.

+ TEAM LEADER (Closing 1 February 2026)

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Role Overview

Be part of Baringa's Leadership Team.

We invite applications from experienced Team Leaders, with at least 3 years experience and a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care.

Lead a team of educators to develop and deliver an education program for a specific age group. This will be a full-time role, supported by Management and the Leadership Team.

Your pay will be determined by your qualifications. Please see Baringa's Enterprise Agreement and Children’s Services Award 2010.

We believe you will be brilliant in this role as:

• You are ready for the challenge and keen to nurture an environment where both our team and children flourish.
• You see the best in others and love mentoring other educators.
• You are able to strengthen relationships with, and between educators and families, fostering a collaborative environment in the best interest of children.
• You have the desire to see things through, have attention to detail, are organised and able to handle competing priorities.
• You are able to seek support, work closely with Management and the Leadership Team, and role model for others the importance of self-care and wellbeing in our profession.

Benefits

• 11.5% above award wages as per Enterprise Agreement
• Orientation training and mentoring
• Supported by Management and Leadership Team
• Professional development, coaching and training
• Employment Assistance Program
• Paid End of Year Shutdown Period
• Be part of a close-knit community, not-for-profit, registered charity organisation

Qualifications and Experience Minimum Requirements

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education
• Current Working With Vulnerable People Card
• 3 Years Experience in early childhood education

Desirable Qualifications

• First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis Training
• Child Protection Training

Applications Process

• Interviews will be held as an opportunity to discuss your strengths for this role

For more information please contact careers@baringa.org.au.

+ ASSISTANT TEAM LEADER (Internal Applicants Only - Closing 1 February 2026)

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Role Overview

Take the next step in your career in making a difference in early childhood education. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of the Baringa Education Team!

The Assistant Team Leader will act during a Team Leader's scheduled leave periods, to ensure continuity in Baringa's support for children, families and educators.

During these periods, you will receive higher duties pay. You will work directly with the Leadership and broader team of educators in a culture passionate about early childhood education.

This will be an internal recruitment only. External applicants are encouraged to apply for Educator positions.

You will be brilliant in this role as:

• You are ready for the challenge and keen to apply your passion for early education.
• You see the best in others and love mentoring others in their education practice.
• You strengthen relationships with and between educators and families in the best interest of children.
• You are able to seek support and work closely with the Leadership Team and be a role model for others in the importance of self-care and wellbeing in our profession.

Benefits

• Orientation training and mentoring
• Supported by Leadership Team
• Professional development, coaching and training
• Employment Assistance Program
• Paid End of Year Shutdown Period
• Be part of a close-knit community, not-for-profit, registered charity organisation

Minimum Requirements

• Currently employed at Baringa Early Learning Centre
• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent as recognised by ACECQA.
• Current Working with Vulnerable People Card
• A minimum of 2 years' experience in early childhood education

Desirable

• Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education qualifications, working towards or willing to commence further qualifications
• First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis Training
• Child Protection Training
• Experience working in early childhood education including with varied age groups from birth to five years

Applications Process

• Interviews will be held as an opportunity to discuss your strengths for the role

+ EDUCATORS (Closing 1 February 2026)

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Role Overview

Take the next step in your career in making a difference in early childhood education. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of the Baringa Education Team!

This exciting role provides you with the opportunity to work with children aged from birth to five years. Educators work closely with the team to teach collaboratively and engage children in a safe, supportive environment.

Educators engage families and support children to develop secure relationships at a young age and acknowledge and care for their emotional needs, which influence positive behaviours and a curiosity for learning.

You will be brilliant in this role as:

• You are ready for the challenge and keen to apply your passion for early education.
• You see the best in others and love collaborative teaching with a supportive team of educators.
• You strengthen relationships with and between educators and families in the best interest of children.
• You are able to seek support and work closely with the Leadership Team to practice self-care and wellbeing in our profession.

Benefits

• Orientation training and mentoring
• Supported by Leadership Team
• Professional development, coaching and training
• Employment Assistance Program
• Paid End of Year Shutdown Period
• Be part of a close-knit community, not-for-profit, registered charity organisation

Minimum Requirements

• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent as recognised by ACECQA.
• Current Working with Vulnerable People Card

Desirable

• Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education qualifications, working towards or willing to commence further qualifications
• First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis Training
• Child Protection Training
• Experience working in early childhood education including with varied age groups from birth to five years

Applications Process

• Interviews will be held as an opportunity to discuss your strengths for the role