Oz Education Lidcombe - Assistant Director

About Oz Education 

Oz Education Early Learning Centres is a well-established, Australian family-owned and operated business. We have supported and guided many dedicated educators in developing their careers in early childhood education and care. Successful candidates can look forward to ongoing professional development opportunities in a positive and supportive workplace throughout their career at Oz Education.

As a growing company, Oz Education is continually seeking dedicated, passionate, and knowledgeable educators to join our family.

About the Centre

Oz Education Lidcombe is a welcoming early learning centre right next to Lidcombe Public School. Licensed for 96 children and catering to ages 0–6 across six rooms, our centre provides a nurturing environment where children can learn, explore, and grow. Our dedicated, longstanding team delivers a play-based curriculum that celebrates each child’s individuality, encourages their curiosity, and fosters a lifelong love of learning. With spacious outdoor areas and rich hands-on experiences, we create opportunities for every child to thrive.

Educator benefits 

• Uniform supplied 

• Joining a longstanding team of experienced educators

• Ongoing, paid professional development opportunities 

• Opportunity for career growth 

• Joining a well-established, family owned business 

• Educator Day celebration 

• Supportive, long-standing management team 

• Paid Children Protection, First Aid & CPR 

• Staff discounts for care 

• Wages paid weekly!

• ECEC Workforce Worker Retention Payment

The Position 

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Full-time (Monday- Friday) Assistant Director to join our team!

As the Assistant Director, you will support the Centre Director in the daily operations of the centre, helping to lead the team, maintain high standards of care and education, and build strong relationships with families and the community.

Required Qualifications & Desired Skills

• Hold a Cert III or Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education and Care 

• Leadership experience in an Early Education and Care setting

• Valid Working with Children Check 

• National Police Check 

• Current Children Protection, First Aid & CPR certificate 

• Developed knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards

• Ability to form positive rapport with all children, families, management and educators

• Ability to confidently and clearly communicate, relate and interact with children, families, management and educators

Child Safety Commitment

We are a child-safe organisation committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children. Applicants must demonstrate a strong understanding of child protection and safeguarding responsibilities in early childhood settings.

Essential Requirements

• Current Child Protection Training

• A demonstrated understanding of child protection and safeguarding responsibilities in early childhood settings

• Knowledge of mandatory reporting obligations and relevant child protection legislation

• Understanding of professional boundaries and appropriate behaviours when working with children

• Ability to identify and respond to indicators of abuse, harm, or neglect

• Knowledge of privacy and confidentiality requirements relating to children and families

• Experience implementing child-safe policies and procedures

 Applicants will be required to undergo comprehensive background checks, including:

• Working With Children Check

• National Police Check

• Verification of qualifications

• Professional reference checks

Employment is conditional upon satisfactory clearance of all child safety screening requirements.

Apply Now

• Please submit your resume via the "Apply Now" button

• Questions? Email us - ••••@ozeducation.com.au 

• To learn more about our company visit - https://www.ozeducation.com.au