Assistant Centre Director — Early Learning Leadership

YMCA Canberra; Australian Capital Territory; In loco; AUD 80.000 - 110.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health and wellbeing benefits

Career development opportunities

Employee discounts and perks

Descrizione del lavoro

YMCA Canberra seeks an Assistant Centre Director to support daily operations and guide educators in delivering high-quality education and care. You will foster positive relationships with children and families, contributing to a collaborative culture aligned with the Y’s values.

Key responsibilities include staffing, rosters, admin, and compliance, as well as coaching educators to strengthen practice within the Early Years Framework.

Competenze

• Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework, Early Years Learning Framework and Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations.
• Ability to support, coach and motivate educators through collaborative leadership.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to inclusive practice and safeguarding children.

Mansioni

• Support daily centre operations, including staffing, rosters, administration and compliance.
• Coach and mentor educators to strengthen practice and professional development.
• Support educational programs reflecting the Early Years Learning Framework and each child’s interests and needs.
• Contribute to the Quality Improvement Plan and continuous improvement against the National Quality Standard.
• Build respectful partnerships with families, community organisations and inclusion support services.
• Promote child safety, wellbeing and inclusive environments.
• Assist with recruitment, educator induction and performance reviews.
• Take responsibility for day-to-day running of the service and act as Nominated Supervisor when the Centre Director is absent.

Conoscenze

Coaching educators

Leadership

Communication skills

Relationship building

Knowledge of NQF/EYLF

Organisational skills

Formazione

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education or ACECQA-approved equivalent

Descrizione del lavoro

YMCA Canberra seeks an Assistant Centre Director to support daily operations and guide educators in delivering high-quality education and care. You will foster positive relationships with children and families, contributing to a collaborative culture aligned with the Y’s values.

Key responsibilities include staffing, rosters, admin, and compliance, as well as coaching educators to strengthen practice within the Early Years Framework.