Early Childhood Assistant Director

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and their families?

We are a community-based early childhood education and care service, proudly managed by a dedicated committee of parents. We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Assistant Director who is committed to achieving high-quality outcomes for children and fostering a nurturing environment.

Our Centre embraces a nature-based philosophy , encouraging children to explore, discover, and learn through their natural surroundings. In this leadership role, you will work closely with the Centre Director, Educational Leader, and educators to help drive our Centre towards exceeding quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have :

Proven leadership experience in an early childhood setting

A passion for nature-based learning and a commitment to best practices

Experience with CCMS systems, particularly Qikkids (preferred)

A Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education (or be working towards)

A strong understanding of the National Quality Framework (NQF) and Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)

Key responsibilities include :

Collaborating with the leadership team to support continuous improvement

Assisting with the development and review of Centre policies, procedures, and risk minimisation plans

Acting as the Responsible Person in the absence of the Centre Director

Supporting and mentoring educators to deliver high-quality education and care programs

If you are an enthusiastic leader who thrives in a supportive, community-focused environment and are passionate about inspiring a love of nature in children, we would love to hear from you.

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Your application will include the following questions : Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years' experience do you have as an Early Childhood Centre Director? Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check? Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the early years learning framework? How many years of people management experience do you have? Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment? Which of the following First Aid accreditations do you currently hold? Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the National Quality Framework?

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