AddressWe are a childcare centre located in the heart of Queensland where our priorities lie first hand in providing exceptional care to families and children in the area.
There is a dire need for care in our remote community and we are looking for an experienced Director who would like a different pace of life.
We are seeking a skilled Centre Director, who shares our belief in creating a positive and happy childhood, for each of our little friends.
We prefer you to have some operational experience and be an advocate for the highest quality care and education for our children, whilst supporting families and the local community. Combined with a high-quality understanding of early childhood and a passion to grow together, we guide and nurture our friends, to flourish and aim for the stars!
As a member of our team you are:
- Passionate and focused on creating fun and inclusive environments for all;
- Respect and acknowledge all Educator input, recognising each member of the team has something to contribute positively.
- Seek to view the world from a child’s eye by creating magical adventures that inspire and ignite the imagination of all;
- Adapt different teaching strategies, where critical thinking, problem solving and knowledge / understanding of the world is encouraged from an early age.
- Create and maintain collaborative relationships with families and the local community.
Qualifications / Experience
- Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Bachelor qualified;
- Current Blue Card;
- Current First Aid and CPR – desirable;
- Minimum 3 years of proven experience as a Centre Director.
As the successful applicant, your skills will include (but not limited to)
- Time management and communication skills;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- A commitment to best practice and early years learning;
- Demonstrated leadership skills and commitment to mentoring team members;
- An understanding of the National Quality Framework, National Law & Regulations and the Assessment and Rating Process;
- An understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework and Kindergarten Learning Guidelines;
- A commitment to ongoing professional learning and personal growth;
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative.
Remuneration
- Generous above award salary, plus annual reviews;
- Flexible working hours;
- $5,000 sign on bonus paid after successful completion of probationary period;
- Relocation allowance;
- Quarterly and yearly performance based bonuses;
- Personal Development, training and incentives sprinkled throughout the year.
We look forward to receiving your application.
*Please Note: only successful applicants will be contacted for an interview.
