Experienced Educational Leader/Assistant Manager

Leading Edge Childcare Morayfield

Our beautiful 68 place service located on Brisbane's North side are seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Educational Leader to join our team.

Within our team we value collaboration, respect, care and passion and to accompany this are seeking anExperienced Educational leader who can lead, support, mentor and inspire the team on their education journey. 

About the Role

The Educational Leader has an influential and vital role in inspiring, motivating, extending and challenging the practice of educators. 

The role is a collaborative one, involving inquiry, reflection and collaboration which can significantly impact on the important work educators do with the children and their families.

This position will be part of the leadership team that will support the center with the educational program and includes contact and non-contact hours over a 37.5 hour week. 

There is also potential to join our service management team if suitable experience is displayed. 

To be successful in this role, you will need to have the following:

Educational leader 

• Diploma or equivalent approved teaching qualifications
• Minimum 1-2 years (or equivalent) demonstrated leadership experience
• Sound understanding of the frameworks including but not limited to EYLF, QKLG and NQF 
• Understanding and/or experience in the development and growth of Quality Improvement plans and self assessment tools 
• Team-based, collaborative approach to your practices
• Ability to communicate and connect with families, the team and communities
• The ability to adapt to different methods of teaching to support individual learning styles 
• An energetic and proactive approach to the role 

Assistant service manager 

• Have previous experience in a similar role
• Possess excellent communication, organisation and time management skills.
• Demonstrate a high level of professionalism in the workplace
• Experience with OWNA and/or Kidsoft would be highly regarded
• Experience with rostering, staffing and ratios  
• Have a clear understanding of the Assessment and Rating process

What we offer:

• 25% childcare fee discount 
• Staff member of the month (Gift card and award) 
• EAP Employment Program
• Above Award Hourly Rates based on experience 
• Uniforms supplied 
• Hands on experienced management team to support you in your role 
• Professional development training 

If you would like to be considered for this role please send your resume and covering letter to *****@leadingedgechildcare.com.au

We look forward to hearing from you!