Changes To The New Educational Leader Allowance—In Effect From 01 July 2025

Under the Children’s Services Award 2010, an allowance is payable to an educator formally appointed as the Educational Leader under Regulation 118 of the Education and Care Services National Regulations 2011. From 01 July, the educational leader's allowance will be paid based on the number of days per week you are appointed in the Educational Leader role. 

The Educational Leader Allowance Structure

Previously, educational leaders were paid an annual allowance, regardless of time spent in that role; however, as of 01 July 2025, the allowance is paid based on the number of days per week you are appointed to act in the educational leader role. It is pro rata for part-time roles. The allowance is as follows:

 Shared or Rotating Leadership

If the role of educational leader is shared or rotated between staff, the allowance should be split proportionally based on:

• Number of days or hours each person holds the responsibility
• Agreement between the employer and each staff member

Compliance Tip

To be eligible for the allowance:

• The appointment as Educational Leader must be in writing
• The educator must be actively fulfilling the responsibilities outlined in Reg 118
• The allowance applies in addition to base hourly rate or salary

Further Reading

Educational Leader Allowance and Non-Contact Time

Reference:
Children's Services Award, 2010