In 2026, we are offering a series of five virtual supervision sessions with clinical psychologist Heather Irvine-Rundle, designed exclusively for leaders in early childhood education and care.
This masterclass series provides a supportive and reflective space for leaders to engage in professional learning, share challenges, and access expert guidance on issues affecting children, families, colleagues, and themselves.
Purpose
Leadership in early education carries great responsibility, particularly around the wellbeing of children, families, and staff teams.
These sessions will provide leaders with:
- A confidential and professional space to discuss concerns.
- Support in understanding and responding to children’s mental health needs.
- Insight into the impact of parents’ mental health on children’s development.
- Strategies for supporting colleagues’ wellbeing.
- Guidance on protecting and strengthening their own mental health as leaders.
Structure
Format
Five group supervision meetings (online via Zoom).
Group size
Limited size to ensure meaningful participation.
Benefits
- Practical advice and strategies tailored to early childhood education and care.
- A safe, supportive environment for professional reflection and discussion.
- Connection with peers who understand the challenges of leadership.
- Resources and strategies for use within your educational setting and team.
Who should attend?
Early childhood education leaders who wish to:
- Build resilience and self-care as a leader.
- Strengthen their ability to support children and families.
- Explore strategies for leading staff wellbeing.
Details
Dates and times:
– Wednesday 18 February, 10am to 12:20pm (AEDT)
– Wednesday 18 March, 10am to 12pm (AEDT)
– Wednesday 22 April, 10am to 12pm (AEST)
– Wednesday 20 May, 10am to 12pm (AEST)
– Wednesday 10 June, 10am to 12:30pm (AEST)
Location: Online webinar, attendees will receive their access for each session the week before.
Speaker: Heather Irvine-Rundle, senior clinical psychologist and director of The READ Clinic.
Ticket price: $660 per person (including GST).
Booking form: Download the booking form
Purchase tickets: Purchase tickets
Places are limited. This opportunity is being offered first to educators we have previously worked with, before wider release.
Together, we can strengthen leadership, support mental health, and create better outcomes for children, families, and educators.
If you would like to purchase your ticket via bank transfer, please email (info@committedtochildcareconferences.com) the team and we will send you our banking details.
Professional accreditation
Australian Professional Standards for Teachers
This presentation meets 11 hours of the following Australian Professional Standards for Teachers:
- Standard 1 – Know students and how they learn.
- Standard 4 – Create and maintain supportive and safe learning environments.
- Standard 6 – Engage in professional learning.
About the speaker
Heather Irvine-Rundle
Senior clinical psychologist, Conjoint Professor of Practice, School of Psychology at the University of Newcastle and director of The READ Clinic
Heather is a senior clinical psychologist and the director of The Read Clinic, which is one of the largest psychology practises in Australia. As well as practising in Australia, Heather has also spent three years in the UK working with some of the most deprived families in Liverpool and London. She also led a service providing advice and consultations on mental health to all the schools in the South London area.
As well as practicing for over two decades Heather has also found time to become a published author with her latest book Hello Baby. Heather speaks regularly on local ABC radio, has appeared on a number of television shows including 60 Minutes, and writes regular articles for print and digital media.
In 2019, Heather was appointed as Conjoint Professor of Practice in the School of Psychology at the University of Newcastle, NSW.
Registration policy
Read our registration policy.