Assistant Director / Educational Leader – Onkaparinga

anzuk Education; Australia; Hybrid; AUD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Ongoing training opportunities

Supportive family-run environment

Convenient southern suburbs location

Job summary

anzuk Education is seeking an Assistant Director / Educational Leader for Onkaparinga to join a small privately owned ELC in a permanent full-time role or minimum 30 hours per week. You will lead across the early learning and OSHC programs (about 50 children) working closely with the owner and Nominated Supervisor to drive quality, compliance and occupancy growth.

The role offers pathways to a future Director position, with regular planning time and professional development opportunities within

Qualifications

• ACECQA-approved Diploma or ECT qualification.
• Strong knowledge of EYLF and NQS and compliance requirements.
• Experience in capacity building, occupancy growth, A&R, QIPs, and risk assessments.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead across the early learning and OSHC program for ~50 children.
• Drive quality, compliance and occupancy growth.
• Collaborate with the owner and Nominated Supervisor.
• Take on Educational Leader responsibilities as required.
• Support programming planning and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Capacity building

Occupancy growth

A&R

QIPs

Risk assessments

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Diploma or ECT qualification

Job description

Assistant Director / Educational Leader – Onkaparinga

Small privately owned ELC seeking Assistant Director/Educational Leader to step up into their next leadership role

• Assistant Director / Educational Leader – Onkaparinga

The Centre

This privately owned early learning service in the Onkaparinga area offers a warm, community‑focused environment. Set within a homely, family‑oriented space, the team is committed to continuous improvement, strong relationships, and inclusive practice.

Educators describe the culture as close‑knit, collaborative, and deeply supportive a workplace where everyone contributes and every voice is valued. This is a rare opportunity to step into a leadership role within a centre that truly feels like part of the community.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an Assistant Director / Educational Leaderto join the team in a permanent full‑time role or a minimum of 30 hours per week. This position offers genuine scope to step into a future Director role. You’ll lead across both the early learning and OSHC program consisting of about 50 children in total. You’ll work closely with the owner and Nominated Supervisor and will play a key role in driving quality, compliance, and occupancy growth.

Benefits

• Supportive, family‑run environment with a collaborative team culture
• Regular non‑contact time for programming, planning, and compliance
• Minimum $46 per hour (depending on experience/qualification) inc 15% WRP + Ed Leader Allowance + Super
• Professional development and ongoing training opportunities
• Convenient southern suburbs location

To be considered, you will:

• Hold an ACECQA‑approved Diploma or ECT qualification
• Bring strong knowledge of the EYLF, NQS, and compliance requirements
• Have experience in capacity building, occupancy growth, A&R, QIPs, and risk assessments
• Communicate confidently and work effectively within a team
• Build warm, lasting relationships with children and families
• Be comfortable taking on Educational Leader responsibilities

You will also need (or be willing to obtain):

• Current Working With Children Check
• Current CPR and First Aid
• RRHAN Child Protection Training and national child safety training