Assistant Director

Discover and Learn Academy; Heatherbrae; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time flexibility

Professional development

Competitive remuneration

Job summary

Discover and Learn Academy in Heatherbrae, NSW is seeking an experienced Assistant Director to support the centre's educational leadership and daily operations. This part-time role works closely with the Director to maintain high standards of childcare, safety, and family engagement.

You will mentor educators, help implement programmes under the National Quality Standards, coordinate rosters and budgets, and contribute to policy development while ensuring a welcoming environment for children,

Qualifications

• Must have current Working with Children Check.
• Relevant qualification in early childhood education and care or childcare management.
• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent.
• Completion of Gecko training relevant to the role.
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of the National Quality Standards and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Director in day-to-day management and operations.
• Assist with educational programmes aligned with the National Quality Standards and curriculum frameworks.
• Mentor and support educators and staff, promoting professional development.
• Contribute to development and maintenance of policies, procedures and documentation.
• Assist with rostering, scheduling and staff coordination to ensure appropriate staffing levels.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and participation in self-assessment processes.
• Liaise with families and maintain positive relationships with parents and carers.
• Assist with budgeting and resource management as required.
• Contribute to recruitment, induction and training of new staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisation

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

Tools

Centre management software

Job description

Discover and Learn Academy – Heatherbrae NSW

About us

Discover and Learn Academy is a dedicated childcare and outside school hours care provider committed to fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can grow, learn and thrive. We believe in creating meaningful experiences that support children's development across all areas of learning and wellbeing. Our team is passionate about delivering quality care and education that makes a genuine difference in children's lives and supports families within our community. Our service is committed to child-safe recruitment and employment practices. The safety, rights and well-being of children are paramount and underpin all recruitment and employment.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Assistant Director to join our team at Discover and Learn Academy in Heatherbrae, NSW. This is a part-time position that plays a vital role in supporting the operational and educational leadership of our service. As Assistant Director, you will work collaboratively with the Director to ensure our centre maintains the highest standards of childcare and education, whilst creating a safe, inclusive and engaging environment for all children and families. Your strategic contribution will be essential in helping us achieve our vision and operational excellence.

Key responsibilities

• Supporting the Director in the day-to-day management and operations of the childcare and outside school hours care service
• Assisting with the implementation and monitoring of educational programmes that align with the National Quality Standards and curriculum frameworks
• Providing mentoring and support to educators and staff members, promoting professional development and best practice
• Contributing to the development and maintenance of policies, procedures and documentation that ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
• Supporting the creation of a welcoming, inclusive and safe environment for all children, families and staff
• Assisting with roster management, scheduling and staff coordination to ensure appropriate staffing levels
• Supporting quality improvement initiatives and participating in self-assessment and reflection processes
• Liaising with families and maintaining positive relationships with parents and carers
• Assisting with financial administration, budgeting and resource management as required
• Contributing to the recruitment, induction and training of new staff members

What we're looking for:

To uphold our commitment to child safety, all workers and volunteers at our service must

• Be suitable to work with children, demonstrate a commitment to children's rights, wellbeing and protection.
• Current Working with Children Check and a commitment to maintaining professional standards and child safeguarding
• A relevant qualification in early childhood education and care, outside school hours care, or childcare management (such as Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent)
• Complete all required Gecko training relevant to their role, including mandatory modules and any required refresher training
• Proven experience working in a childcare or education setting, with experience in a leadership or supervisory capacity being highly valued
• Demonstrated knowledge of the National Quality Standards and familiarity with relevant legislation and regulatory frameworks governing childcare services
• Strong organisational and administrative skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships with staff, children and families
• A passion for supporting children's learning and development and creating inclusive, nurturing environments
• The ability to work collaboratively within a team whilst also demonstrating initiative and the capacity to work independently
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to respond thoughtfully to challenges and feedback
• Experience with childcare management systems or centre operations software is desirable
• Not be subject to any restrictions or prohibitions, including a suspension notice, supervision notice, prohibition notice or enforceable undertaking.
• Completion of required training must be provided with application.

What we offer

At Discover and Learn Academy, we value our team members and are committed to creating a positive workplace culture. We offer:

• Part-time working arrangements that provide flexibility to support work-life balance
• A collaborative and supportive team environment where your ideas and contributions are valued
• Opportunities for professional development and access to ongoing training and upskilling
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families within our community
• A workplace that prioritises the wellbeing and safety of all staff members
• Competitive remuneration aligned with the sector