Early Childhood Director – Early Childhood Director

One Tree Community Services; Australia; On-site; AUD 107,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused early childhood service in Mutitjulu, NT, is seeking an experienced Early Childhood Director. This full-time permanent role involves leading a team of educators, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and managing the daily operations of the childcare service. Candidates must have a degree or diploma in Early Childhood Education and previous management experience. A strong commitment to building relationships with staff and the community is essential. Competitive salary and benefits such as relocation assistance and staff housing are offered.

Benefits

Above award salary

Remote allowance ($3.55 per hour)

Ed Leader allowance ($17.57 per day)

Relocation allowance up to $3,000*

Free staff housing available*

4 weeks annual leave plus 2 weeks over Christmas

Mobile Phone and Laptop provided

Length of service incentives

Free access to Employee Assistance Program

Supportive onboarding and development sessions

Uniforms provided

Qualifications

• Experience as a Director or in a managerial role.
• Ability to manage budgets and funding.
• Knowledge of relevant state and commonwealth laws and regulations.
• Clear NT Working with Children Check (Ochre Card).
• Valid driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of educators.
• Ensure the workplace operates within Workplace Health & Safety requirements.
• Handle day-to-day operations of the service.
• Deliver a curriculum in accordance with One Tree’s philosophy.
• Manage staff performance and professional development.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Relationship building

Management level experience

Commitment to continuous improvement

Education

Degree or Diploma in Early Childhood Education or ACECQA approved equivalent

Job description

Position : Early Childhood Director

Status : Full Time Permanent

Salary : $106,145.07 (inclusive of all allowances / loadings) plus super

Qualification : Degree or Diploma in Early Childhood, or ACECQA approved equivalent

Centre Name : One Tree Mutitjulu Itiku Munu Tjitjiku Ngura Childcare Service

Location : Mutitjulu Community, NT

Benefits on offer

• Above award salary
• Remote allowance ($3.55 per hour)
• Ed Leader allowance ($17.57 per day)
• Relocation allowance up to $3,000*
• Free staff housing available*
• 4 weeks annual leave, plus 2 weeks over Christmas holidays – ideal for travel
• Mobile Phone and Laptop provided
• Length of service incentives
• Help when you need it with free access to our Employee Assistance Program.
• Work for a national not-for-profit that has true career advancement opportunities.
• Feel supported from day one with online inductions and one-on-one development sessions.
• Uniforms provided

What you’ll do

Be able to lead and manage a team of educators.

• Hold a Nominated Supervisor certificate and understand the requirements.
• Complete rosters according to the ratio requirements of NT.
• Handle the day-to-day operations of the service.
• Mentor and lead by example.
• Create partnerships with staff, families, the community, and One Tree.
• Oversee continuous improvements and compliance for the service.
• Ensure the workplace operates within Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) requirements.
• Manage budgets and funding.
• Manage staff, including performance, recruitment, professional development, and performance appraisals.
• Deliver a curriculum in accordance with One Tree’s philosophy as the service’s Educational Leader.
• Act as a Responsible Person, Educational Leader, First Aid Officer, WHS Officer and Nominated Supervisor of the service.

What you’ll bring

• Experience as a Director or in a managerial role.
• Organisational skills including general organising, time management, scheduling, coordinating resources and meeting deadlines.
• Interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience in building successful relationships with staff, families, and community.
• Experience in achieving excellence at management level in an early education and care setting.
• Experience in managing staff including staff performance, recruitment, and performance appraisals.
• A commitment to continuous improvement and efficiencies in service delivery.
• Knowledge of relevant state and commonwealth laws and regulations.

Certifications & Licences required

• Degree or Diploma in Early Childhood Education or ACECQA approved equivalent
• Clear NT Working with Children Check (Ochre Card)
• Clear National Police ClearanceCurrent Senior First Aid & CPR certificates
• A valid driver’s licence