Assistant Director

Be part of dynamic leadership team that will guide and create innovative approaches to educational programs and inclusive practices.

We are looking for an Assistant Director who each has a minimum of three years’ experience working within this role in an Early Childhood Education and Care service.  

We are committed to being a employer of choice by investing in our people and fostering an inclusive, considerate, engaging and fun team environment!

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and generous staff discounts

• Opportunities for professional development 

• Supportive and collaborative work environment

• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance

• Access to our employee assistance program for wellbeing support

About the Role:

We are looking for an Assistant Director who will provide ongoing support and assistance to the Director, Approved Provider and Leadership Team. Be part of a multidisciplinary approach to support both children and families.

You must have a demonstrated ability to lead and guide teaching teams, develop relationships with families and the local community that build and support collaborative partnerships.

Ensure the service is compliant with the Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations and other relevant Legislation. 

Demonstrate integrity, proficiency, and awareness through supporting daily rituals and the use of authentic resources. 

The successful applicant will oversee team development, performance evaluations, staff scheduling, all elements of service enrolment process and other daily operations to maintain a successful business with a strong understanding of the NQF, NQS, and EYLF.

Qualifications and requirements

• Hold a minimum of Diploma of ECEC or higher.

• Strong administrative skills are essential for this role.

• Experience with OWNA CCMS a bonus - training will be provided

• Must hold current WWCC, First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis, Child Protection

• Must have an open driver’s licence

• Completion of Child Protection Training and demonstrated knowledge of mandatory reporting obligations.

• Understanding of and commitment to the Child Safe Standards and National Principles for Child Safe Organisations.

• Demonstrated ability to identify and respond to concerns about child safety and wellbeing.

• Willingness to adhere to Sanctuary’s Child Protection Policy, Code of Conduct, and Child Safe Environment Policy

If this is you then we are interested in meeting you!

We are a Child Safe Organisation. When selecting and appointing candidates, we consider any potential risk to the safety and wellbeing of children. We foster a child safe culture and expect the team around children to uphold the highest standards of conduct at all times. As part of our safety systems, CCTV operates throughout children’s learning environments and common areas. Blue Cards are linked to Sanctuary on commencement in line with legislative requirements.