Early Learning Centre Director
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Independent
Teaching level
Early childhood
Closing date
28 September 2026
Posted 2 Sep 2026
Details look wrong? Report an errorAbout Tatachilla Lutheran College
School type
Co-educational
Year range
R-12
School staff (FTE)
130.8
88.2 teaching · 42.6 non-teaching
Students per teacher
12.5:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
1,103
Indigenous students
2%
Language other than English
4%
Girls vs boys
566 girls · 537 boys
Socio-educational background
Above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Early Learning Centre Director
Tatachilla has a permanent opportunity for a passionate and experienced educator to lead our Early Learning Centre.
Contract Type: Permanent 1.0 FTE, 6 weeks annual leave
Commencing: Term 4 2026 by negotiation
About Tatachilla
Tatachilla Lutheran College is a leading ELC to Year 12 coeducational Christian College, set on 26 hectares of world-class rural beauty. Located in the stunning McLaren Vale, Tatachilla is an easy commute from Adelaide on the Southern Expressway, minutes from the captivating beaches and alluring hinterland of the Fleurieu Peninsula.
The college currently supports a thriving population of more than 1,100 students who receive a rigorous, values-rich education underpinned by intellectual and spiritual growth. Tatachilla is also host to an acclaimed, onsite EcoSanctuary, with endangered Australian Bettongs and Potoroos as part of our focus on stewardship to the planet and sustainability.
Our staff enjoy an enriched and relaxed lifestyle living amongst the area's natural beauty with its pristine beaches, stunning landscapes, and award-winning wineries.
About the role
The Early Learning Centre Director provides strategic, educational and operational leadership of the Early Learning Centre. The Director is responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality early childhood education and care that reflects the College's Christian ethos and educational philosophy. The Director leads the development of a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment for children, supports families and staff, and ensures compliance with all legislati…