Early Learning Assistant Director

Bland Shire Council; West Wyalong; On-site; AUD 58,000 - 82,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Flexible hours

Career development

Generous leave

Job summary

Bland Shire Council is seeking an Early Learning Assistant Director for a 12-month maternity relief, part-time role. You will lead a team of educators, support professional development and ensure high standards of education and care.

Working with the Early Learning Director, you will manage day-to-day operations, champion child safety and inclusion, and build strong relationships with families and the community, with flexible arrangements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or Diploma and actively working towards a degree in ECE.
• Demonstrated leadership to mentor, motivate and support a team of educators.
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to child safety, wellbeing, inclusion and quality early childhood education.
• Current Provide First Aid in Education and Care Setting, CPR, Police Check and WWCC.

Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire and mentor a team of educators to foster a high performing environment.
• Champion child safety, wellbeing and inclusion for every child.
• Support delivery of innovative, high-quality educational programs.
• Support day-to-day management and operation of the service with the Director.
• Drive continuous improvement and practical solutions for educational practices.
• Build strong relationships with families, educators and the community.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Diploma in ECE

Job description

Position Description

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TEMPORARY PART TIME (12 MONTHS) - MATERNITY RELIEF

Are you a passionate early childhood professional ready to step into a rewarding leadership role?

Bland Shire Council is looking for a capable, enthusiastic and forward-thinking Early Learning Assistant Director to join our team in a maternity relief capacity.

We are seeking someone who can lead with confidence, inspire a team and bring the right balance of experience, initiative and genuine care to our early learning service.

Working closely with the Early Learning Director and Educational Leader you will play an important role in maintaining high standards of education and care, supporting educators in their professional development and ensuring children remain at the centre of everything we do.

As the Early Learning Assistant Director, you will:

• Lead, inspire and mentor a dedicated team of educators fostering a positive, supportive and high performing environment.
• Champion child safety, wellbeing and inclusion ensuring every child feels valued, supported and empowered to thrive.
• Support the delivery of innovative, engaging and high-quality educational programs that inspire learning and development.
• Work alongside the Early Learning Director to support the effective day to day management and operation of the service.
• Drive continuous improvement, bringing fresh ideas and practical solutions to enhance educational practices and service delivery.
• Build strong, meaningful relationships with families, educators and the wider community.
• Promote a culture of professionalism, collaboration and accountability while maintaining compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen the service through professional development, community partnerships and funding initiatives.

What are we looking for?

• A bachelor's degree in early childhood education or a Diploma and be actively working towards a degree in Early Childhood Education.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to mentor, motivate and support a team of educators.
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills with the confidence to make informed decisions.
• A genuine commitment to child safety, wellbeing, inclusion and quality early childhood education.
• The ability to build positive relationships with children, families, colleagues and community stakeholders.
• Current Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting.
• Current CPR certificate.
• Current Police Check.
• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC) number.
• Current Child Protection Identify and Report Children and Young People at Risk or Identify and Respond to Children and Young People at Risk with willingness to upgrade qualification.
• The successful candidate will be required to complete the mandatory Department of Education National Child Safety training prior to commencing with the children.

What we have to offer:

• Temporary, part-time position for 12 months.
• Hourly rate from $50.85 + 12% Superannuation
• Learning and career development opportunities
• Generous leave entitlements
• Flexible work arrangements
• A career with purpose, in a team that genuinely cares. Join a positive, supportive culture where your work makes a real difference and your contribution is valued.

Applications close Wednesday, 2 December 2026 at 11:59pm AEST.

Selected candidates for this position will be asked to consent to a police check. Applicants with a criminal history are not discouraged from applying. Each application will be considered on its merit.

At Bland Shire Council, we believe our people are what make our organisation a great place to work. We value the different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives that strengthen our organisation and the community we serve. We are committed to providing a welcoming, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone has the opportunity to contribute, develop and succeed.

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans, people of diverse identities and gender and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We are committed to providing a fair, inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or additional support throughout the recruitment process, we encourage you to contact our People and Culture Team for a confidential discussion. Contact us at [e-mail] or 02 6972 2266