Assistant Director – Sutherland Shire

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Assistant Director - Sutherland Shire

Join a thriving early learning centre in a leadership role where you can mentor educators, support quality practice, and grow your career

Are you ready looking for a leadership role in early childhood to grow your career?

A well-established mid-sized early learning centre in the Sutherland Shire is seeking an experienced Assistant Director / Room Leader to join their leadership team.

The centre has a strong reputation in the community, high occupancy, and a stable, experienced team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Room Leader ready to step into leadership, or an experienced Assistant Director / 2IC looking to join a high-quality service with a view to progress.

The Role

This is an Assistant Director with dedicated time off the floor to focus on leadership responsibilities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the day-to-day operations of the service
• Mentoring and coaching educators
• Conducting one-on-one meetings and staff appraisals
• Supporting educators with professional practice and development
• Assisting with compliance and quality standards
• Helping organise centre events and excursions

What's on Offer

• $40 - $50 per hour + super depending on experience and qualification (negotiable for the right candidate)
• Approximately 20% above award pay
• Worker Retention Payment (WRP) paid
• Supportive leadership and a stable, collaborative team

About You

• Bachelor of Early Childhood
• Minimum 5 years' experience in early childhood education
• Experience as a Room Leader or in a leadership capacity
• Passion for supporting educators and mentoring teams
• Looking for a long-term opportunity within a supportive centre

Please note sponsorship is not available for this role, and you must be an Australian citizen or Permanent Resident.

ANZUK Education is a child-safe organisation committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. All applicants must complete child safety screening before starting, and all staff must follow our child-safe practices and those of our partner schools and early childhood services. We support educators in finding rewarding careers across early childhood, primary, secondary, and special education settings - within government, faith-based, and independent schools - both in Australia and overseas. As a diverse and inclusive employer, we welcome applicants of all ages, genders, abilities, cultural backgrounds, and beliefs, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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