Assistant Centre Director

Guardian Childcare & Education; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Sydney is seeking an Assistant Centre Manager to support the Centre Manager and team. Candidates should have strong leadership skills and a completed diploma in Children’s Services or be working towards a Bachelor of Education. This role offers a chance to create safe, engaging experiences for children while nurturing educators and building family partnerships.

Qualifications

• Must have completed Diploma in Children’s Services or be pursuing a Bachelor of Education.
• Previous leadership experience in early childhood education required.
• Familiarity with NQF and EYLF essential.
• Experience in a long day-care or early education setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the Centre Manager in delivering educational experiences.
• Nurture educators and build strong family partnerships.
• Create safe, engaging environments for children.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strong knowledge of NQF

Current First Aid certificate

Working with Children Check

Asthma certificate

Anaphylaxis certificate

Working with Children Check

Education

Diploma in Children’s Services

Bachelor of Education

Job description

Overview

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At Guardian Seven Hills, we’re reimagining early childhood education. We’re looking for passionate leaders ready to take the next step in their career and help shape the future of learning.

As an Assistant Director, you’ll support your Centre Manager and team to create safe, inspiring environments where children can thrive. You’ll guide and nurture educators, build strong family partnerships, and play a key role in delivering programs that make a lasting difference.

The Role

Role focus: support the Centre Manager and team to deliver high-quality, safe, and engaging educational experiences.

The Centre
Guardian Childcare & Education Seven Hills is a warm and welcoming centre featuring modern, resource-rich indoor and outdoor learning environments designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning.

What We’re Looking For

• A completed Diploma in Children’s Services and/or Bachelor of Education (or working towards).
• Previous leadership experience in a long day-care setting.
• Strong knowledge of the NQF and EYLF.
• Current First Aid, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis certificates, plus a valid Working with Children Check.

Guardian Childcare & Education values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress. We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.

At Guardian Childcare & Education, children’s safety and wellbeing are our top priority. We have zero tolerance for any form of abuse or harm. We rigorously screen all potential team members, requiring a 10-year verifiable resume, 5 years of direct manager references, and other security checks to ensure they meet our high standards. For those who have not been in employment that long, these expectations will be adjusted.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Project Management and Information Technology
• Education Administration Programs

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Location

North Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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