Education Leader & 2IC: Shape Early Childhood Impact

Little Zak's Academy; Gosford; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Worker Retention Payment 15% boost

Rotating rosters for work-life balance

Competitive remuneration based on qual

Staff childcare discount up to 50%

Wellbeing day per year (after 12 mos)

Job summary

Little Zak’s Academy is seeking an experienced Assistant Director (2IC) & Educational Leader for our The Entrance service in NSW. The role combines leadership of the service with the Educational Leader responsibilities to guide curriculum and staff development.

You will support the Director in governance, mentor staff, and lead programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standard, while upholding child wellbeing and safety as a core focus.

Qualifications

• ACECQA approved Diploma or Teaching Degree in Early Childhood Education.
• Minimum 3 years leadership experience in an ECE setting, or 5 years sector experience.
• Current First Aid, Anaphylaxis and Asthma management certifications.
• Valid Working With Children Check and Child Protection Training.
• Deep knowledge of the National Quality Framework, National Law and Regulations, and CCS system.

Responsibilities

• Support the Director in the overall leadership, compliance and management of the service.
• Act as the Responsible Person/Nominated Supervisor in the Director’s absence.
• Provide leadership, mentoring and guidance to the educator team.
• Lead development, implementation and review of educational programs guided by the Early Years Learning Framework (V2.0) and the National Quality Standard (NQS).
• Work with educators to ensure curriculum is responsive, inclusive and reflective of children's needs, interests and abilities.
• Ensure a strong focus on child wellbeing, safety and child protection requirements.
• Assist with staff inductions, professional development and performance management.
• Build and maintain respectful relationships with children, families and the wider community.
• Drive continuous improvement across curriculum and operations.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Team-building

Education

ACECQA approved Diploma or Teaching Degree (EC)**

Job description

Little Zak’s Academy is seeking an experienced Assistant Director (2IC) & Educational Leader for our The Entrance service in NSW. The role combines leadership of the service with the Educational Leader responsibilities to guide curriculum and staff development.

You will support the Director in governance, mentor staff, and lead programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standard, while upholding child wellbeing and safety as a core focus.