AddressAre you looking for the next step in your career?
Are you an experienced Director looking for a new opportunity?
We are seeking a highly motivated leader ready to be the centre Director of our new centre in Epping.
This is a unique environment, with heritage features and a beautifully designed playground and surrounds.
The Role
We are seeking a highly motivated leader who can lead our team. The right candidate will need to be able to lead a team of Educators to ensure they are working by the service philosophy, policy and procedures, and as per the National Quality Standards (NQS). They will have experience working in Early Childhood Education & Care Settings and be able to provide high-quality education and care for all enrolled children.
You will be primarily non-teaching, leading the team through positive engagement, role modelling, coaching and mentoring.
Key Competencies
- Strong understanding of industry legislation, compliance and regulations
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong and confident in an understanding of business management.
- Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively in a team environment.
- Strong understanding of the importance of family communications
- Leadership and mentoring skills
- Excellent management skills
- Curriculum planning skills
- Passionate about implementing early learning programs
- Thorough understanding of the day-to-day operations of an Early Childhood Education & Care Service
Essential Criteria:
Bachelor's in early childhood education (approved by ACECQA) or working towards this qualification. Or Diploma of Children's Services.
- Experience within the industry. Experience as a Director or 2IC is highly valued but not essential
- Current Working with Children Check.
- A current First Aid Certificate.
- National Police Check.
- Ability to work shifts between 7.00am - 6:00pm
- A sound knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS).
- The ability to develop effective & positive working relationships.
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
- An understanding of policies, procedures and regulations.
- Desire to continually learn and add value to our childcare centres.
- Ability to make business decisions and work with assigned budgets.
- Ability to manage teams and maintain accountability standards.
Benefits for the Right Candidate
- Negotiable salary
- Childcare discounts
- In-centre mentoring and guidance for new leaders
- Fantastic training and development programs
- Strong focus on work-life-balance
- Access to professional development, coaching and curriculum
- Great company culture that is fun, professional and supportive of all team members
- Monthly Directors Meeting to network
- Annual Director getaway
We are looking for someone who has a passionate vision for early childhood education. You will be supported by our management team and given many opportunities to develop and learn. We consist of 10 centres and no one is the same, we pride ourselves in ensuring each centre is unique to the team and families at each centre.
If this sounds like a challenge for you, the next step in your career. We would love to hear from you.
To apply now please forward your cover letter and resume to Melissa at:
********@learnandlaugh.com.au
