Assistant Centre Director – Lead Educators & Families

Busy Bees; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 56,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare gap-fee discounts

First Aid & CPR training provided

Ongoing professional development

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Busy Bees is seeking an experienced Assistant Centre Director for our Cameron Park, NSW site. This full-time role supports the Centre Director, leads educators, builds strong family partnerships, and helps deliver high-quality early learning in a warm, safe environment.

You will contribute to curriculum planning, reflect on practice, and foster a collaborative culture, with opportunities to step into Centre Director duties when needed. NSW WWCC and EYLF/NQS knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Diploma or higher in Early Childhood Education and Care.
• Current NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC).
• Strong knowledge of EYLF, NQS and NSW Child Protection legislation.
• Leadership experience or strong desire to grow into leadership in ECEC.

Responsibilities

• Support the Centre Director in day-to-day leadership and operations.
• Lead, mentor and inspire educators to deliver high-quality education and care.
• Help create a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for every child.
• Build strong partnerships with families and the local community.
• Support compliance with NQF and NSW National Regulations.
• Contribute to curriculum planning and continuous improvement.
• Support educators to respond to each child’s interests and abilities.
• Foster a positive team culture built on collaboration and growth.
• Step into Centre Director role when required.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Team collaboration

Child safety awareness

WWCC knowledge

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Tools

EYLF

NQS

NSW Child Protection legislation

WWCC process

Job description

Busy Bees is seeking an experienced Assistant Centre Director for our Cameron Park, NSW site. This full-time role supports the Centre Director, leads educators, builds strong family partnerships, and helps deliver high-quality early learning in a warm, safe environment.

You will contribute to curriculum planning, reflect on practice, and foster a collaborative culture, with opportunities to step into Centre Director duties when needed. NSW WWCC and EYLF/NQS knowledge are essential.