2IC to Centre Director: Lead Early Learning Team

My Best Me Early Learning Academy; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Professional development funded

Director pathway

Job summary

My Best Me Early Learning Academy is seeking an experienced Assistant Director (2IC) to work closely with the Centre Director across operations, rostering, budgets and compliance. The role is a stepping stone to Centre Director with hands-on exposure while the director is present.

You’ll lead a passionate team and build strong relationships with families, guiding continuous improvement and ensuring high quality early childhood education. The role is based at Sans Souci, NSW.

Qualifications

• ACECQA-approved Early Childhood Degree required.
• Proven experience as Assistant Director / 2IC in early childhood.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills with a hands-on approach.
• Sound knowledge of EYLF and NQS.

Responsibilities

• Support the Centre Director with day-to-day operations, administration and compliance.
• Manage staff rosters and assist with budgets and financial processes.
• Lead and mentor a team of educators to deliver high-quality education and care.
• Build strong relationships with families from enquiry through to ongoing time with us.
• Promote reflective practice and continuous improvement.
• Step in as Centre Director when the Director is away to keep the centre running smoothly.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Rostering

Budgeting

Compliance

Communication

Team building

Education

Early Childhood Degree

Job description

My Best Me Early Learning Academy is seeking an experienced Assistant Director (2IC) to work closely with the Centre Director across operations, rostering, budgets and compliance. The role is a stepping stone to Centre Director with hands-on exposure while the director is present.

You’ll lead a passionate team and build strong relationships with families, guiding continuous improvement and ensuring high quality early childhood education. The role is based at Sans Souci, NSW.