2IC

Nunawading, Forest Hill, VIC, Australia, 3131; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership program

Same-day pay

Wellbeing platform

First Aid CPR

Retail discounts

Job summary

Story House Early Learning in Nunawading is seeking a 2IC to support the Service Manager in a float position, leading our Nunawading service. The role requires a collaborative, innovative mindset and a commitment to delivering high-quality care.

Join a supportive team with a strong leadership program, flexible pay options, wellbeing resources and ongoing learning opportunities. This permanent full-time role offers growth, stability and a pathway to advance your career in early childhood

Responsibilities

• Support the Service Manager in a float position, leading the Nunawading service.
• Assist in implementing change and improving service delivery.
• Work collaboratively with the team to ensure high-quality outcomes for children.

Job description

Full time, Permanent

20h ago , from Story House Early Learning

As the2IC at our Nunawading service,you will besupporting our Service Manager in a float position, leading the service. Passionate, innovative and collaborative are all words that describe what we are looking for in our 2IC plus someone who is willing to challenge the status quo, effectively assist in implementing change and work seamlessly beside our team to ensure our service is the best it can be! With a fantastic support network and established managers, this is the place to grow your career piece by piece.

Skip the wordy ad! Watch the video instead, and below, uncover how we value you, enhancing your career piece by piece with fantastic benefits.

We Value You:

• Dedicated leadership program with financial bonuses.
• YOUR PAY YOUR WAY – Track, Grow and access same-day pay with Humanforce Thrive.
• Access to Sonder – our 24/7 safety and wellbeing platform.
• FREE First Aid, CPR and Flu Vaccinations.
• Discounts to hundreds of major retailers.
• Culturally inclusive uniforms provided.
• Access to our On-Demand Learning Library with 90+ courses and exclusive ECA training to support your growth and career development.
• Be part of our STRONG Beginnings curriculum and Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program, where children are encouraged to explore, create, grow and learn through meaningful, hands‑on experiences.
• Service-based celebrations, recognition and regular check‑ins with your manager because connection and feeling supported matters.
• Join one of our many committees. Being part of an inclusive team where coming together to collaborate and having a voice is encouraged.
• Regular networking opportunities to come together and collaborate with other 2ICs

Our Commitment to Child Safety

Story House Early Learning is committed to child safety. We want children to be safe, happy and empowered and are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment of all children.

As an Early Childhood Educator, you play an important role in creating safe, inclusive and nurturing environments where children feel valued, respected and protected.

We are committed to child safe principles and embedding the Child Safe Standards across our services. We encourage applications from candidates who share our commitment to child safety, inclusion and respectful relationships with children and families.

All applicants will be subject to child safety screening, including Working with Children Checks and reference checks.

All final applicants for this position will be asked to consent to a criminal record check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Story House Early Learning is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment, providing mutual respect for all employees.

At Story House, we prioritise the safety and wellbeing of our community, which is why we are committed to the Child Safe Standards and have Safety as one of our values.