Second in Charge / Assistant Director - Marrickville

Rise & Shine Education; Sydney; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LEAP training

Employee birthday week voucher

Staff discounts on childcare

Uniforms provided

Career development pathway

Job summary

Rise & Shine Education is seeking an experienced Diploma or ECT qualified educator to step into a Second in Charge role at Marrickville. You will lead the team alongside the Centre Director, deliver a high-quality program aligned with EYLF and our Shine Advantage Curriculum, and act as Director in their absence.

You will guide educators across program planning, family engagement, and compliance, while modelling best practice and supporting ongoing professional development for staff.

Qualifications

• Diploma or higher in Early Childhood Education and current checks.
• Experience leading and mentoring educators.
• Knowledge of EYLF and NQF regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead program planning, delivery and evaluation aligned with EYLF and Shine Advantage.
• Guide and support educators, supervise students on placement and staff.
• Build strong family relationships and provide updates as directed.
• Maintain compliance with child protection, WHS and confidentiality.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Observation

Time management

Digital tools

Education

AQF Diploma/Advanced Diploma or Degree in Early Childhood Education (or equivalent)

Job description

For over 11 years, Rise & Shine Kindergarten has been a trusted name in early childhood education. We're proudly family-owned and operated, and we know that the magic of early learning starts with the people who deliver it. Our educators aren't just employees — they're the heart of everything we do.

We're growing across 15 centres in NSW and QLD, and we're looking for passionate educators to grow with us. At Rise & Shine, you'll feel supported, valued, and inspired every day — because when our educators thrive, so do the children and families we serve.

We're looking for an experienced Diploma or ECT qualified educator to step into a Second in Charge role at Marrickville, working alongside the Centre Director to lead the team and deliver a high-quality program aligned with the EYLF and our Shine Advantage Curriculum.

About the role

Reporting to the Centre Director, you'll be a key leader in the service - guiding and inspiring educators, supporting families, and stepping up as Acting Director when required. Your responsibilities will include:

Program & practice

• Planning, implementing and evaluating a developmentally appropriate program for individual children and groups, in line with the EYLF and Shine Advantage Curriculum
• Recording observations and using them to inform program planning and support each child's learning
• Developing and reviewing daily care routines
• Planning for the inclusion of children with additional needs, including children with disabilities, complex health needs, Aboriginal children, and children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
• Maintaining a safe, well-resourced learning environment and ensuring the room reflects Rise & Shine's expectations

Leadership & team support

• Leading, mentoring and directing educators across the service
• Providing fair, effective day-to-day supervision and modelling best practice
• Supervising students on placement and trainees as delegated by the Director
• Promoting a culture of continuous learning, accountability and duty of care
• Supporting compliance with the NQF, Education and Care Services National Regulations, and centre policies and procedures

Families & community

• Building positive, respectful relationships with families
• Providing verbal and written updates to families as delegated by the Director
• Encouraging family input into the life of the service

Administration & compliance

• Ensuring accurate completion of timesheets and records for your team
• Meeting reporting requirements and contributing to administrative improvements
• Upholding child protection, WHS, and confidentiality obligations at all times
• Assuming the role of Centre Director in their absence

What you'll bring

• AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Degree in Early Childhood Education (or equivalent)
• Current Working with Children Check, Geccko training, First Aid, CPR, Asthma, Anaphylaxis and Child Protection training
• Sound knowledge of the EYLF, NQF, and relevant regulations
• Strong leadership, communication, observation and time-management skills
• Confidence using digital tools for documentation and programming
• A genuine commitment to children's learning, safety and wellbeing

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Spend time off the floor!
• LEAP training - access to professional development and leadership training - offering a pathway to Director
• Generous pay rates that exceed industry standards
• Gift voucher and paid day off during your birthday week
• Up to 75% discount on our premium childcare rates
• Allocated off the floor programming time
• Opportunities for career growth and long term stability
• Supportive leadership and a genuinely great team culture
• Employee assistance program
• Refer a friend $500 bonuses
• Uniforms provided including hats
• Surprises, gifts and celebrations throughout the year
• Exclusive access to ORBIT - our futuristic STEM Learning Hub

We'd also love for you to take a virtual tour of our centres and explore our ORBIT STEM Learning Hub at riseandshine.edu.au/locations

Child Safe Standards:

All candidates will be required to complete a Prohibition Declaration as part of our recruitment process. Rise & Shine is committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for all children and young people, and we uphold our responsibilities under the Child Safe Standards.