Assisstant Director

Child Australia; Darwin; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above Award pay

ECEC Worker Retention Payment

Discounted childcare (85%)

Career progression opportunities

Mentors and professional development

Conference access (ECLD and Little Big

Awards nights participation

Employee wellbeing support (EAP)

Job summary

Child Australia, based in Darwin, seeks an experienced Assistant Director to support daily operations and foster a high-quality learning environment for children, families and educators.

You will work with the Centre Director to lead a team of educators, champion quality practices and deliver exceptional early childhood education and care while building strong community partnerships.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA-approved equivalent) as a minimum.
• Experience in a leadership or senior educator role within an early childhood setting.
• Knowledge of the National Quality Framework, Education and Care Services National Regulations, and Child Safe practices.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Valid Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain).
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of the service in partnership with the Centre Director.
• Support delivery of high-quality early childhood education and care.
• Champion quality practices and mentor educators.
• Build strong partnerships with families and the local community.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Farrar Early Learning Centre provides high-quality care and education for children from birth to five years in a nurturing, play-based environment. With purpose-built Play Studios and engaging outdoor spaces, the centre supports each child's development through exploration and creativity while fostering strong partnerships with families and the local community.

Child Australia is seeking an experienced and passionate Assistant Director to join our dedicated team.

This leadership role offers an opportunity to support the day-to-day operations of the service while fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-quality learning environment for children, families, and educators.

Working closely with the Centre Director, you will help lead a team of educators, champion quality practices, and support the delivery of exceptional early childhood education and care.

What You Need to Succeed in the Role:

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA-approved equivalent qualification) as a minimum.
• Previous experience in a leadership or senior educator role within an early childhood setting.
• Sound knowledge of the National Quality Framework, Education and Care Services National Regulations, and Child Safe practices.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Ability to build positive and respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Valid Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain).
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis qualifications (or willingness to obtain).

Why you’ll love working here:

• Above Award pay + ECEC Worker Retention Payment
• Receive 85% discounted childcare in ELC and/or OSHC
• Real career progression opportunities
• Dedicated support from ELC and OSHC mentors with years of industry experience
• Paid professional development and yearly ECLD and Little People, Big Dreams conference access
• Dress to impress at Sector-wide Awards nights hosted by Child Australia.
• Employee wellbeing support through our EAP, counselling, nutrition, financial advice and more
• Recognition through our rewards programs
• Every Employee in our organisation is committed to strengthening child safety through genuine and ongoing continuous improvement
• Join a values-driven, not-for-profit organisation making a genuine difference in the sector!

Throughout our rich history we’ve been committed to our mission of developing the capacity of professionals working with children, families and the community, to support children’s well-being, learning and development. We have a vision of a community where children grow, thrive and reach their full potential.

We place the child at the centre of our support model.

Our activities include programs that support both parents and families as the child’s first teacher. It is our commitment to pedagogy through collaboration, innovation, and delivery of quality initiatives, that positions Child Australia as a principle organisation dedicated to improving developmental outcomes for all children.

Throughout our rich history we’ve been committed to our mission of developing the capacity of professionals working with children, families and the community, to support children’s well-being, learning and development. We have a vision of a community where children grow, thrive and reach their full potential.

We place the child at the centre of our support model.

Our activities include programs that support both parents and families as the child’s first teacher. It is our commitment to pedagogy through collaboration, innovation, and delivery of quality initiatives, that positions Child Australia as a principle organisation dedicated to improving developmental outcomes for all children.

What can I earn as an Early Learning Centre Assistant Director