Second in Charge / Assistant Director – Marrickville

About Us

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 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, 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

• 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 bonuses
• Uniforms provided including hats
• Surprises, gifts and celebrations throughout the year
• Exclusive access to ORBIT – our futuristic STEM Learning Hub
• Ready to Apply? Hit Apply and send us your application.

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

Please submit your resume to apply.

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.