Job description
Newly built service
Great benefits
We embrace nature
Sustainability – Paddock to Plate – RIE & Risky Play
Location: St Ives
We are currently looking for an exemplary and experienced Director committed to providing strong and innovative leadership.
The Centre Director will lead a focused approach to embed exceeding practices as per NQS build connections within the community and create a positive reputation in early childhood education and customer service. The right person for this position will have experience as a Nominated Supervisor, strong staff management skills, excellent pedagogy, understanding of operational and budget needs as well as be agile and adaptable.
About you
Bachelor of Early Childhood Teaching or a Diploma
WWC, First Aid Certificate and Asthma and Anaphylaxis Certificates and child protection
Proven experience in leading and developing a large team of professional educators.
High level ECEC operational management skills are expected
Business management abilities together with confident people management skills
Passion for coaching, mentoring and growing educators
Established people and leadership skills
Experience with OWNA (preferred)
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skill, including documentation skills
Superior knowledge of EYLF and NQS
Strong knowledge and understanding of Educaring philosophy, Circle of Security and RIE
Previous working experience as director is essential, or proven leadership skills
Salary based on experience and qualifications
Benefits working at Orchard
Laptop and mobile provided
Onsite Parking
Extra day off on your birthday
Access to our wellbeing program
Lunch provided daily
Dedicated and scheduled programming time
Access to our online discount marketplace for retail shopping
Amazing professional development opportunities
Great support structure with admin onsite and enrolments offsite
Additional support positions such as grounds keeper and facilities manager
Career progression as Orchard grows
Great salary for the right applicant
Please submit your cover letter addressing the selection criteria together with your updated CV.
Orchard Early Learning Centre St Ives has an amazing outdoor play area, the centre is spread across two levels, with defined Nursery and Preschool levels, the bright and airy rooms flow directly onto the outdoor learning environments, immersing children in our Paddock to Plate philosophy. The service operates from 6.30am - 6.30pm and is located on Mona Vale Road opposite Bridgedine College, close to public transport and local street parking available
https://www.orchardelc.com.au/
Request
First Aid Certification, Bachelor's degree
Benefits
Employee discount, Free food