Assistant Director

seek.com.au; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SEEK Australia is seeking a hands-on Assistant Director / 2IC to help prepare a new childcare centre for opening and to support its ongoing operation. This off-the-floor leadership role focuses on administration, family engagement and the Centre’s development in its early days.

You will work closely with the Director to establish systems, processes and a welcoming enrolment experience for families while also guiding the team through staff recruitment and daily operations.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or higher qualification.
• Experience in a 2IC, Assistant Director, administration or leadership role within early childhood education.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with childcare management systems (Xplor, Storypark) and rostering platforms.
• Solid understanding of the National Quality Framework and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assist Director with setup and establishment of a brand-new centre.
• Support development of operational systems, processes and administrative procedures.
• Conduct centre tours for prospective families and assist with enrolment enquiries.
• Manage enrolments, waitlists, bookings and family communications.
• Build positive relationships with families and provide a welcoming enrolment experience.
• Assist with staff recruitment, onboarding and induction processes.
• Support daily centre administration, accounts and record management.
• Assist rostering, staffing arrangements and daily operations.
• Support compliance with the National Quality Framework, service policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with the Director to foster a positive, professional team culture.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Independence

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Tools

Xplor

Storypark

rostering platforms

Job description

As Assistant Director / 2IC, you will play an important role in preparing the centre for opening and supporting its successful operation. This is primarily an off-the-floor leadership and administration position, allowing you to focus on supporting the Director with daily operations, administration, family engagement and the ongoing development of the service.

Key responsibilities

• Assisting the Director with the setup and establishment of the brand-new centre
• Supporting the development of operational systems, processes and administrative procedures
• Conducting centre tours for prospective families and assisting with enrolment enquiries
• Managing enrolments, waitlists, bookings and family communications
• Building positive relationships with families and supporting a welcoming enrolment experience
• Assisting with staff recruitment, onboarding and induction processes
• Supporting daily centre administration, accounts and record management
• Assisting with rostering, staffing arrangements and daily operations
• Supporting compliance with the National Quality Framework, service policies and procedures
• Working alongside the Director to establish a positive, supportive and professional team culture

About you

• A Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or higher qualification
• Previous experience in a 2IC, Assistant Director, administration or leadership position within early childhood education
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
• Confidence conducting centre tours and communicating with prospective families
• Experience with childcare management systems such as Xplor, Storypark and rostering platforms
• A sound understanding of the National Quality Framework and regulatory requirements
• Strong communication, time management and problem-solving skills
• The ability to work independently, take initiative and manage competing priorities
• A genuine passion for supporting educators, children and families
• Primarily off-the-floor position with a strong focus on leadership and administration
• The exciting opportunity to help establish and open a brand-new centre
• The chance to influence systems, processes and the culture of the service from the beginning
• A supportive leadership team that values collaboration and initiative
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• A welcoming and family-focused working environment