2IC Assistant Centre Director - Lead & Grow Early Learning

Busy Bees; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare gap-fee discounts for: 1

Paid learning & development; First Aid

Bee Safe commitments and wellbeing

Job summary

Busy Bees Tingalpa is seeking an Assistant Centre Director (2IC) for our 75-place centre in Brisbane. You will work alongside an experienced Centre Director to support occupancy growth, mentor staff, and ensure high-quality early learning experiences.

You will be on the floor, support educators, build strong family partnerships and contribute to curriculum planning, continuous improvement and governance. A pathway to Centre Director will be available as you develop leadership capabilities.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience or a strong desire to grow into a leadership role within the ECEC industry.
• Current Working with Children Check for QLD.
• Sound knowledge of the EYLF, NQS, and Child Protection legislation.
• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or higher).

Responsibilities

• Support the Centre Director in the day-to-day leadership and operations of the service.
• Be hands-on across the floor, supporting educators and stepping in wherever needed.
• Build strong partnerships with families and the local community.
• Support compliance with the National Quality Framework (NQF) and National Regulations.
• Contribute to curriculum planning, reflective practice, and continuous improvement.
• Step into the Centre Director role when required.

Skills

Leadership experience

People leadership

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Busy Bees Tingalpa is seeking an Assistant Centre Director (2IC) for our 75-place centre in Brisbane. You will work alongside an experienced Centre Director to support occupancy growth, mentor staff, and ensure high-quality early learning experiences.

You will be on the floor, support educators, build strong family partnerships and contribute to curriculum planning, continuous improvement and governance. A pathway to Centre Director will be available as you develop leadership capabilities.