Future Leaders – Emali Early Learning Centre
Grow Your Career. Lead With Purpose. Become the Leader You’re Meant to Be.
Are you passionate about Early Childhood Education and ready to take the next big step in your career?
Do you have your Diploma and a desire to grow, mentor, inspire, and one day lead your own centre?
At Emali, we believe great leaders are grown, not found. And now, we’re launching an exciting opportunity for driven educators who want to become our future Assistant Directors and Centre
Directors.
BECOME A FUTURE LEADER WITH EMALI
We are introducing a specialised Leadership Development Program, designed to guide passionate Diploma-qualified educators through the essential skills, knowledge, and experience needed to
step confidently into leadership roles across our organisation.
This is your pathway to a long-term, meaningful leadership career with hands-on mentoring, real opportunities, and a clear progression plan.
WHO THIS IS FOR
This program is perfect for educators who:
• Hold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education (ACECQA recognised)
• Are eager to step into leadership
• Have a genuine passion for quality education and care
• Want to develop the skills required to become an Assistant Director or Centre
Director
• Thrive in a collaborative, values-driven environment
• Are committed, reliable, and eager to grow
If you’ve ever thought, “I want to lead one day”… this is your moment.
WHAT YOU’LL GAIN
• A structured leadership pathway within Emali
• Practical learning and real leadership experience
• Mentoring from experienced Directors and Operations Team
• Opportunities to step into leadership responsibilities as you grow
o People leadership
o Communication and conflict resolution
o Centre operations and compliance
o Quality practices and Assessment & Rating (A&R)
o Building team culture
• Exposure to multiple Emali centres and leadership styles
• Dedicated support every step of the way
We want to grow you into one of our future centre leaders.
CHILD SAFETY COMMITMENT
Emali Early Learning Centre is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and protection of all children in our care.
We are a child safe organisation and have a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm.
All applicants must demonstrate an understanding of child safe practices and will be required to hold (or be willing to obtain):
• A valid Working With Children Check
• Relevant clearances and screenings as per legislative requirements
• A strong commitment to safeguarding children and upholding our child safe
policies and procedures
ABOUT EMALI
Emali is proudly South Australian owned, with 15+ years of experience supporting and developing exceptional educators. We believe in investing in our people and creating pathways for long, meaningful careers.
When you grow, our children, families, and teams grow with you.
START YOUR LEADERSHIP JOURNEY NOW
If you’re ready to take the next step and begin your journey toward becoming an Assistant Director or Centre Director, we would love to hear from you.
Your future leadership career starts here! with support, purpose, and a team that genuinely wants to see you shine.