Assistant Service Manager

Nido Early School; Adelaide; In loco; AUD 55.000 - 75.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Childcare discounts

Wellbeing initiatives

Recognition programs

FlareHR benefits

Descrizione del lavoro

Nido Early School in Golden Grove North, Adelaide, is seeking an Assistant Service Manager to lead compliance, safety and people support.

You'll partner with the Executive Service Manager to drive high-quality outcomes for children, families and educators, recruit and develop staff, and uphold Nido's philosophy.

This role offers a pathway to leadership within our growing network and the chance to shape the service's future while enjoying supportive professional development.

Competenze

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA equivalent).
• At least two years' leadership experience in ECE as Lead Educator or similar.
• Strong knowledge of EYLF, NQS and National Quality Framework.
• Current WWCC and First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
• National Child Safety Training is required.

Mansioni

• Act as Educational Leader, leading implementation of educational programmes and supporting high-quality practice across the service.
• Support and develop educators to deliver exceptional outcomes for children.
• Help ensure learning environments are safe, engaging and aligned with Nido's philosophy.
• Support recruitment, onboarding and performance processes.
• Maintain accurate staff and child records and support ongoing compliance.
• Support WHS processes, safety checks, drills and risk management.
• Provide operational leadership when the Executive Service Manager is absent.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, educators and the wider community.
• Lead by example through consistency, respect, intentionality, collaboration and speaking up.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Team development

Communication

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Formazione

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

ACECQA equivalent

Descrizione del lavoro

Education & Childcare Services Adelaide - Eastern Suburbs Permanent / Full Time

As Nido continues to grow,we'reexcited to introduce a newly createdAssistant Service Manageropportunity into our Golden Grove North early school!

This is more than a leadership role;it'syour chance to help shape the future of our services and play a key role in supporting high-quality outcomes for children,familiesand educators. As one of the first leaders in these newly established positions,you'llhave the opportunity to make a genuine impact, influence positivechangeand developyour childcare career within the Nest.

Ifyou'reready to take the next step in your leadership journey and be part of an excitingnew chapter at Nido,we'dlove to hear from you.

Why you’ll love being part of Nido

• Grow your leadership career– Build your capability alongside experienced leaders, with development and future career opportunities across our growing network.
• Make an impact– Play an important role in creating safe, high-quality services where children, families and educators can thrive.
• Be supported and recognised– Join a collaborative community where your contribution, ideas and leadership matter.
• Invest in your development– Access professional learning, mentoring and resources to support your career.
• Enjoy Nido benefits– Access childcare discounts, wellbeing initiatives and recognition programs.
• FlareHR– Enjoy savings and benefits across groceries, fashion, gifts, health insurance, energy, home internet and more.

Your role as Assistant Service Manager

You’ll work closely with the Executive Service Manager to ensure the smooth running of the service, from compliance and safety to people support and family engagement.

• Act as the service’s nominated Educational Leader, leading implementation ofeducationalprogrammes and supportinghigh-qualitypractice across the service.
• Support and develop educators to deliver exceptional outcomes for children.
• Help ensure learning environments are safe, engaging and aligned with Nido's philosophy.
• Support recruitment, onboarding and performance processes.
• Maintain accurate staff and child records and support ongoing compliance.
• Support WHS processes, safety checks, drills and risk management.
• Provide operational leadership when the Executive Service Manager is absent.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, educators and the wider community.
• Lead by example through consistency, respect, intentionality, collaboration and speaking up.

What you'll bring

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA equivalent).
• At least two years' experience as a Lead Educator or relevant leadership experience in ECE.
• Strong knowledge of the EYLF, NQS and National Quality Framework.
• Confidence supporting and developing teams.
• Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience supporting compliance and operational processes.
• Current WWCC and First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
• National Child Safety Training is required.

If this sounds like the leadership opportunity you’ve been looking for, we’d love to hear from you.

Every day matters. You matter.

Nido Early School is a Child Safe Organisation. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment of all children.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.