Full Time Assistant Director (ECT) - Leichhardt

Mini Masterminds Leichhardt - Assistant Director (ECT)

About Mini Masterminds

Mini Masterminds is a leading early childhood education provider committed to creating safe, nurturing, and inspiring learning environments where every child can thrive.

We are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated Full-Time Assistant Centre Director to join our team at Mini Masterminds Leichhardt (32-place centre).

Guided by our values of Individual Care, Quality Education, and Genuine Love, our purpose-built centres provide engaging learning environments where children are encouraged to explore, discover, and develop confidence through meaningful play-based learning. We are passionate about supporting every child's development while fostering a workplace where educators feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow.

About The Role

As Assistant Centre Director, you will work closely with the Centre Director to support the day-to-day operations of the service while maintaining the highest standards of education and care.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you will mentor and support educators, build strong relationships with children and families, and help drive a positive team culture. You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of the centre and lead the service in the Centre Director's absence.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Centre Director with the daily operations of the centreLead, mentor, and support educators to deliver high-quality education and careFoster a positive, collaborative, and inclusive team cultureBuild strong relationships with children, families, and the local communitySupport compliance with the National Quality Framework (NQF), National Quality Standards (NQS), and all relevant legislationAssist with staffing, rostering, and centre administrationContribute to quality improvement initiatives and continuous improvement processesLead the centre confidently in the absence of the Centre Director

Why Join Mini Masterminds?

Above Award salaryTailored leadership development and career progression opportunitiesOngoing professional development and mentoringSupportive Centre and Head Office Leadership TeamsChildcare discounts for employeesEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Be part of a growing organisation that values collaboration, innovation, and excellence

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education and Care (ACECQA-approved)Previous leadership experience within an Early Childhood Education settingCurrent Working With Children Check (WWCC)Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis certificationsCurrent Child Protection training/certificateStrong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), National Quality Framework (NQF), and National Quality Standards (NQS)Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skillsA genuine passion for mentoring educators and delivering high-quality education and care

Applicants must have valid Australian working rights. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Apply Now

If you're an experienced early childhood leader looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of the Mini Masterminds family, where you'll inspire educators, support children to thrive, and make a meaningful impact every day.