Director

Uniting NSW.ACT; Springwood; Hybrid; AUD 75,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Discounted Health Insurance

Fitness Passport

Career growth opportunities

Discounts and cash backs

Job summary

Uniting NSW.ACT is seeking a Nominated Supervisor - Director for the Springwood Early Learning service. You will lead a team of qualified educators, oversee operations for quality compliance, and drive curriculum decisions to foster belonging and wellbeing.

This permanent full-time role sits within a service operating 7am–6pm, Monday to Friday, with a generous salary package including a Director’s Allowance and salary packaging options.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education.
• At least 3 years’ experience as a Nominated Supervisor.
• Sound knowledge of the National Quality Standards and early childhood best practice.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to Uniting’s values: Compassionate, Respectful, Bold and Imaginative.
• Current NSW WWCC Check.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and support a dedicated team of educators.
• Oversee daily operations to ensure compliance with the National Quality Standards.
• Foster inclusive, respectful relationships with children, families and the community.
• Guide curriculum decisions that promote belonging, wellbeing and curiosity.
• Champion continuous improvement through the Quality Improvement Plan.
• Manage Service Budgets and Rosters.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

NQS knowledge

WWCC knowledge

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor in Early Childhood Education

Job description

• $38 - $63/hr (depending on Qualification & Experience) + $11,140.62 per annum Director’s Allowance + Super + Salary Packaging
• This is a full-time permanent opportunity
• The service operates from 7am - 6pm Monday to Friday.

About the opportunity:

For over 20 years, Uniting Kids Care Early Learning Springwood has supported families in our community with education and childcare, including a preschool program. We are open long hours for children from two to five years. Conveniently located near leafy Buttenshaw Park and in the spacious grounds of the Springwood Uniting Church, our service offers warm and welcoming indoor learning spaces and stimulating outdoor environments that are designed to inspire and engage. This is a permanent full time opportunity to be a Nominated Supervisor - Director to lead and mentor a team of qualified Educators!

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead, mentor and support a dedicated team of educators
• Oversee daily operations to ensure compliance with the National Quality Standards
• Foster inclusive, respectful relationships with children, families and the community
• Guide curriculum decisions that promote belonging, wellbeing and curiosity
• Champion continuous improvement through the Quality Improvement Plan
• Manage Service Budgets and Roster

Your Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or A Bachelor of Early Childhood Education
• At least 3 years’ experience as a Nominated Supervisor
• Sound knowledge of the National Quality Standards and early childhood best practice
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
• A commitment to Uniting’s values – Compassionate, Respectful, Bold and Imaginative
• Current NSW WWCC Check

What we offer you

• Maximum allowable salary packaging to pay less tax (additional$18,550 tax-free)
• Discounted Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport
• Acommitment to offer opportunities to grow your career
• Discounts and cash backs programs with major retailers
• Wellbeing programs including confidentialemployeeassistanceprogramavailable to you and your family members

What to expect

Please know that employment with Uniting requires:

• A National Police Check
• Valid NSW Working with Children’s Check
• First Aid Certificate
• Child Protection GECCKO Training
• Working Rights Check

About Uniting

Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability.Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

Empowered by diversity

At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.