Assistant Director

Children First Early Education; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award wages

Retention payment

75% off out-of-pocket childcare fees

Novated vehicle leasing

Discounts from brands and retailers

Free annual flu shot and first aid, an

Free annual child protection training

Brand-new centre and progressive setup

Professional development paid

Job summary

Children First Early Education Cranbrook in Queensland is seeking an Assistant Director to support and lead our team of educators and oversee the day-to-day operations of the service.

You will mentor staff, ensure high-quality early learning programs, manage rosters and budgets, and build strong relationships with families and the local community, while pursuing ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Children's Services or ACECQA-approved degree.
• Experience as an Assistant Director in an early childhood setting.
• Current blue card, approved first aid, CPR, anaphylaxis and asthma qualifications.
• Strong knowledge of EYLF, NQS and QIP.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; leadership and mentorship abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Centre Director with day-to-day operations.
• Provide leadership, mentorship and guidance to staff.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality early learning programs.
• Manage rosters and financial requirements within budget guidelines.
• Build relationships with children, families, educators and the local community.
• Collaborate with Enrolments Team for tours, enrolments and orientation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Reflective practice

Critical thinking

Education

Diploma in Children's Services or ACECQA-approved Early Childhood Degree

Job description

Children First Early Education – Cranbrook QLD

At Children First Early Education Cranbrook, we are committed to providing a child safe environment where every child is respected, heard, and protected. All educators, leaders, and team members share the responsibility for ensuring children’s safety, wellbeing, and empowerment.

We are seeking a driven Assistant Director to support, lead, inspire and manage our team of Educators, and run the day-to-day operations of our amazing service!

You’ll form strong relationships with children, families and communities, and understand the significance of your role.

What we can offer you

Above award wages, rewarding your experience and knowledge!

Workers Retention Payment, on top of a competitive base rate!

75% off out-of-pocket childcare fees!

Access to discounts from hundreds of well-known brands and retailers, including groceries, fuel, gyms, leisure and utilities!

Access to novated vehicle leasing, enhancing your take-home pay!

Free annual flu shot, first aid, asthma, and anaphylaxis certification.

Free annual child protection training.

A brand-new centre to help make your own.

Leading indoor and outdoor learning environments.

Innovative learning environments where you can build strong pedagogical practice.

Professional development and training programs all paid for.

Progression opportunities with fast growing company.

Friendly and supportive Management and Head Office teams.

About the role

Assisting the Centre Director with managing day-to-day operations in accordance with legislative requirements and company policies.

Providing leadership, mentorship, and guidance to our dedicated staff.

Ensuring the delivery of high-quality early learning programs by our passionate educators.

Effectively handling and managing the centre's staffing rosters and financial requirements in line with budget guidelines.

Establishing and nurturing strong relationships with children, families, educators, the local business community, and all stakeholders.

Actively participating in attracting, converting, and retaining families through effective management of tours, enrolments, and orientation in collaboration with our Enrolments Team.

About you

Hold a Diploma in Children's Services or an Early Childhood Degree approved by ACECQA.

Previous experience as an Assistant Director in an early childhood setting.

Maintain current blue card, approved first aid, CPR, anaphylaxis, and asthma qualifications.

Exhibit an extensive understanding of the Early Years Learning Development Framework, National Quality Standards (NQS), and Quality Improvement Plan (QIP)

Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Showcase the ability to lead and mentor a team of dedicated early childhood professionals.

Demonstrate the ability to incorporate critical thinking and reflective practice into daily operations.