Assistant Director – Mawson Out-of-School-Hours-Care Program

Community Services #1; Canberra; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Educational leader allowance

Paid shutdown leave

Discounted childcare

Uniforms

Free parking

Employee Assistance Program

Free flu vaccination

Professional development

Job summary

Community Services #1 is seeking an Out-of-School-Hours-Care Assistant Director to contribute to meaningful care that enhances independence and wellbeing.

You will support the Program Director in the day-to-day management of the program, ensure all Educators, Families and Children feel welcomed and have a sense of belonging, and mentor staff through supervision, professional development and mentoring regarding curriculum development and delivery.

Qualifications

• ACECQA-approved qualification (Diploma or higher) in Early Childhood or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of the NQF, and EYLF.
• Confident leader with proven team development and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Resilient, adaptable, and driven to deliver quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Support the Program Director in the day-to-day management of the program.
• Ensure Educators, Families and Children are welcomed and feel belonging.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Stakeholder engagement

Resilience

Adaptability

Quality outcomes

Education

ACECQA-approved Diploma+

Job description

Assistant Director – Mawson Out-of-School-Hours-Care Program

Community Services #1 is seeking an Out-of-School-Hours-Care Assistant Director to contribute to meaningful care that enhances independence and wellbeing.

About the role

• Support the Program Director in the day-to-day management of the program.


• Ensure all Educators, Families and Children are welcomed and feel a sense of belonging.


• Mentor and train staff through supervision, professional development and mentoring regarding curriculum development and delivery.


• Support the Centre Director to ensure that the program in compliance with relevant regulations and legislations.

For a copy of the position description, please visit our website: communityservices1.org/careers/

About you

• ACECQA-approved qualification (Diploma or higher) in Early Childhood, or equivalent


• Strong knowledge of the NQF, and EYLF


• Confident leader with proven team development and stakeholder engagement skills


• Resilient, adaptable, and driven to deliver quality outcomes

What we offer

Full-time ongoing role – 76 hours per fortnight. This role may be expected to work split shifts when required Remuneration aligned to Children Services Award Level 7, plus super, salary packaging and educational leader allowance.

Access to paid shutdown leave, discounted childcare, uniforms, free parking, Employment Assistant Program, free flu vaccination, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Requirements

Current driver’s licence and ability to obtain/maintain required pre-employment checks and certifications (including National Police Check, Working with Vulnerable Cards and First Aid), plus mandatory training as required.

About us

Community Services #1 is a not-for-profit supporting people and families across the ACT and surrounding NSW. We deliver practical, person-centred services that strengthen community wellbeing and belonging.

Diversity & Inclusion

We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. Workplace adjustments are available.