Centre Leader

Our Mission:   Playing…Learning…Growing

We enable learning and growth through adventure-based play.  

We are a proud Tasmanian not-for-profit childcare provider of Long Day Care, Outside School Hours Care and Family Day Care.

Our centres are known for their progressive and contemporary childcare practices and offer a positive and rewarding team environment with the opportunity to earn above award salary rates. We create an inclusive environment where every individual can feel safe, valued, and happy. 

We are currently seeking a Centre Leader for a Pre-Kinder / OSHC program to join our team on a permanent basis. 

In this role you will work directly with the children and your team to create a positive, safe and stimulating environment. Working within the overall values and direction of the organisation, you will have autonomy in developing programs for the children, along with managing a team within your service. You will also have access to training opportunities and mentoring to help you develop your skills.  

To apply, the following is essential:

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Employee Working with Vulnerable People Card (WWVP)
• Current full First Aid 003, CPR 001 and First aid in Education and Care setting 004 certificate (or ability to obtain)
• Knowledge of the NQF; Education and Care Services National Laws and Regulations, National Quality Standard, Assessment and Rating, Early Years Learning Framework and My Time Our Place learning frameworks
• Enthusiasm for working with children and a genuine interest in early childhood and school age child development
• Experience or ability in leading a team
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• The ability to understand and embrace the Adventure Patch values and philosophy (which can be found on our website)

For more information about the position, please email Adam Buchmasser (OSHC Manager) at ***************@adventurepatch.org.au or visit our website www.adventurepatch.org.au

Please ensure you submit the following via SEEK:

• A covering letter addressing two key questions: 

            1. what excites you about the opportunity to work with us, and 

            2. why you are a leading candidate for the role

• A resume detailing your experience and qualifications

While applications close on Friday 26th January 2023, we will make an appointment sooner if we meet the ideal candidate.