Assistant Director & Educational Leader — Flexible Rosters

Little Zaks; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff retention payment 15%

Rotating rosters for work-life balance

Competitive remuneration depending on…

Staff childcare discount up to 50%

Wellbeing day for permanent staff

Health and wellness allowance up to $-

$1,000 employee referral bonus

Employee Assistance Program via Sonder

Paid staff meetings with dinner

Induction and onboarding program

Mentoring and buddy system

Pay for Progression study support

Job summary

Little Zak's Academy in Sydney's NSW region seeks an experienced Assistant Director (2IC) to join our Ropes Crossing service. You will support the Director in leadership, compliance and daily operations, ensuring high-quality early childhood education.

Lead the educator team, mentor staff, and help implement the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards. This role offers rotating rosters, strong team support, and pathways for professional growth within a family-owned centre.

Qualifications

• ACECQA approved Diploma or Teaching Degree in Early Childhood Education.
• Minimum 3 years leadership experience in an Early Childhood setting, or 5 years overall sector experience.
• Current First Aid, Anaphylaxis and Asthma management certifications.
• Working With Children Check and Child Protection Training.
• Deep knowledge of the National Quality Framework, National Law and Regulations, and Child Care Subsidy system.
• Strong communication, mentoring and team-building skills.
• Passionate about inspiring both children and educators to reach their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Support the Director in the overall leadership, compliance and management of the service.
• Act as the Responsible Person/Nominated Supervisor in the Director’s absence.
• Provide leadership, mentoring and guidance to the educator team.
• Lead the development, implementation and review of educational programs, guided by the Early Years Learning Framework (V2.0) and the National Quality Standard (NQS).
• Work with educators to ensure curriculum is responsive, inclusive and reflective of children’s needs, interests and abilities.
• Ensure a strong focus on child wellbeing, safety and child protection requirements.
• Assist with staff inductions, professional development and performance management.
• Build and maintain respectful relationships with children, families and the wider community.
• Drive continuous improvement across both curriculum and operational practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Team-building

Education

Diploma/Teaching Degree (ECE)

Job description

Little Zak's Academy in Sydney's NSW region seeks an experienced Assistant Director (2IC) to join our Ropes Crossing service. You will support the Director in leadership, compliance and daily operations, ensuring high-quality early childhood education.

Lead the educator team, mentor staff, and help implement the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards. This role offers rotating rosters, strong team support, and pathways for professional growth within a family-owned centre.