AddressAt Children First we demonstrate our strong commitment to education and community. As part of the Centre Leadership team, you’ll play a pivotal role supporting and developing Educators & Teachers in your centre. You’ll form strong relationships with children, families and communities, and understand the significance of your role.
Our brand new state-of-the-art childcare centre in Gaythorne is eagerly waiting for the right leader to shape its future. This is a rare chance for a dynamic individual to become an integral part of our team.
About the role
- Assisting in managing day-to-day operations in accordance with legislative requirements and company policies.
- Providing leadership, mentorship, and guidance to our dedicated staff.
- Ensuring the delivery of high-quality early learning programs by our passionate educators.
- Efficiently managing staffing rosters.
- Effectively handling the center's financial requirements in line with budget guidelines.
- Upholding consistent high-quality standards for center presentation and work practices.
- Establishing and nurturing strong relationships with children, families, educators, the local business community, and all stakeholders.
- Actively participating in attracting, converting, and retaining families through effective management of tours, enrolments, and orientation in collaboration with our Enrolments Team.
About you
- Hold a Diploma in Children's Services or an Early Childhood Degree approved by ACECQA.
- Previous experience as an Assistant Director in an early childhood setting. (desirable)
- Maintain current approved first aid, CPR, anaphylaxis, and asthma qualifications.
- Hold a current Working with Children Check and Police Check.
- Exhibit an extensive understanding of the Early Years Learning Development Framework, National Quality Standards (NQS), and Quality Improvement Plan (QIP), as well as proficiency in CCS and QikKids.
- Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Showcase the ability to lead and mentor a team of dedicated early childhood professionals.
- Express willingness to facilitate and coordinate ongoing professional development training for educators.
- Demonstrate the ability to incorporate critical thinking and reflective practice into daily operations.
What we can offer
- Above award wages for the right applicant!
- Wages paid weekly!
- 75% off out-of-pocket childcare fees!
- Paid staff meetings!
- Free annual flu shot, first aid, asthma, and anaphylaxis certification.
- Free annual child protection training.
- A purpose built Childcare Centre and Kindergarten with beautiful natural play scapes
- A brand-new centre to help make your own.
- Leading indoor and outdoor learning environments.
- Innovative learning environments where you can build strong pedagogical practice.
- Professional development and training programs all paid for.
- Progression opportunities with fast growing company.
- Friendly and supportive Management and Head Office teams.
How to apply
If you share the same passion for delivering exceptional service as us, then don’t miss this opportunity and click ‘Apply Now’ or send your resume and cover letter to **********@children-first.com.au with the subject line Gaythorne - Assistant Director
