Why Join Us - Explore & Develop

WHY JOIN EXPLORE & DEVELOP?

As a franchised group of independently owned and operated services, Explore & Develop is a unique organisation in the early childhood education and care sector in NSW and the ACT.

Working at Explore & Develop offers educators the best of both worlds.

You will be employed directly by the hands-on owner of your service and become part of a close-knit team at a service tailored to meet the needs of your local community.

At the same time, you will also have access to collaboration opportunities, ongoing professional development, resources and expert support from the broader Explore & Develop group.

Collectively, Explore & Develop services employ over 700 professionals in leadership and educator roles with qualifications including Early Childhood Teacher, Diploma and Certificate III.

All Explore & Develop services recognise that the professionalism of their teams is essential for delivering high quality early education and care to children and families. Our owners pride themselves on their professional and supportive workplace environments.

WANT TO WORK AT EXPLORE & DEVELOP?

Explore & Develop services employ their people directly. Take a look at Current Opportunities available across the group.

OUR SERVICES STRIVE TO PROVIDE:

Professional and supportive workplace environments with opportunities for development and career advancement.
Exceptional ratios upheld by qualified early childhood professionals.
Curriculum development cover and support onsite.
A wellbeing program that provides external mental health support and counselling.
Workplaces that align with our group values of ECE: Ethical, Collaboration and Excellence.
Leadership and management programs that assist participants to manage and deliver high-quality early childhood education and care services.
A leadership program in partnership with Semann & Slattery that identifies emerging leaders, supporting those with the potential to continue to grow and thrive to step up and succeed well into the future.
Access to an annual Explore & Develop Conference where educators come together to collaborate, learn and participate in personal and professional development workshops provided by sector experts.
Access to the Annual Explore & Develop Excellence Awards where we celebrate the outstanding work being undertaken by our services and their people.
Fully supported and funded traineeships, partnering with key registered training organisations.
Nominated Supervisors and Educational Leaders also have access to regular meetings where they can connect and network with others across the group to extend their thinking, develop knowledge and skills, and support each other.

EXPLORE & DEVELOP’S PEDAGOGY IN PRACTICE

Explore & Develop’s Early Childhood Education & Care services share their educational programs, learning environments, and a range of exciting and innovative approaches in the ‘Pedagogy in Practice’ booklet. Download a PDF version of the booklet.

I joined the Explore & Develop team in 2009 and it has been one of my greatest career choices to date. The company is such an inspiring team to work for and with, with amazing opportunities and room to grow.

Being able to connect and network with other like minded Educators allows you to continuously reflect on your practices. Professional development training opportunities both internal and external keep you up to date with current research.

I feel proud to be a part of this innovative team and if you are thinking of taking the next step in your career I would highly recommend becoming a part of the Explore & Develop family

Andrea Coffin
I’ve been a member of the Explore & Develop team from the day we opened, over seven years ago. In that time I’ve experienced an immense amount of growth, both personally and professionally, which has been translated in my career. I’ve worked within and progressed through a number of roles including: Educator, Room Leader, Educational Leader and currently as Nominated Supervisor.

While working towards becoming the Nominated Supervisor of our service is something I have strived for, I feel that this is testament to the guidance, support, leadership and mentoring I’ve received from my colleagues over the years, which I am extremely appreciative and grateful for. They have been able to teach me all there is to know about Early Childhood Education and leadership, and have constantly proven their support by backing me wholeheartedly throughout the process by steering me in the right direction.

Kahra, Nominated Supervisor, Explore & Develop Leichhardt
My name is Rachael and I’m lucky enough to work for Explore & Develop Penrith. I am an Early Childhood teacher and I am passionate about providing quality care and education to children.

I have worked within the Early Childhood sector for over 15 years and during that time I have spent time in many different Early learning environments.

Upon commencing employment with Explore & Develop in 2008 I knew that I had found a service that had the same passion for learning as what I was hoping and expecting of a high quality service.

Explore & Develop are progressive in their knowledge, learning and environments which is really important in an ever changing sector. They embrace change, however also understand that sometimes when something works it doesn’t need changing.

Explore and Develop is a professional environment which allows for Educators to be continuous in their learning. Professional development and learning is offered constantly and educators are encouraged to incorporate their new knowledge in our environment.

Explore & Develop Penrith is a part of a franchise, however each Explore & Develop service is owned and operated individually. We have not only a large networking circle between all the services, we also have a well-qualified support team who have regular input to our services.

So if you are looking for a working environment that allows for your input, your professional knowledge, your commitment to quality care and Educators along with working within a supportive team environment, then Explore & Develop is the place for you.

Rachael, Sydir Nominated Supervisor (Penrith), Certified Supervisor (Penrith South)

REVIEW CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE ACROSS THE GROUP