Kindergarten Director

Kindergarten Director (Nominated Supervisor / Educational Leader)

Posted by Olive Phillips Kindergarten Inc on 13 Jun 2024

Primary role Other

Position type Part-time

Location Beaumaris

State VIC

About the Centre/Service Situated on Boon Wurrung land, Olive Phillips Kindergarten (OPK) supports children, families and teachers working together to create a community rich in values, knowledge and skills. OPK is set in the leafy beachside suburb of Beaumaris and has played a significant role in early childhood education since the 1940's. Consistent with the National Quality Framework, the curriculum is guided by the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework (VEYLDF) and practice principles, including:Family focused practicePartnerships with professionalsHigh expectationsEquity and diversityRespectful relationships and responsive engagementAs a kindergarten we are committed to providing a child safe environment and all staff must demonstrate their ongoing responsibility to ensuring child safety.

Hours of Work of the Role 15h (additional hours may be available for the right candidate)

Description The Role The Director will lead and manage the kindergarten both strategically and operationally. As the Director, you will be required to ensure that the kindergarten meets all legal and policy requirements and regulations set by Federal, State and Local Government. The diverse and challenging role will include:

• Continuing to deliver a high quality education program inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach.
• Develop and maintain effective and respectful relationships with children, families and our early childhood professionals.
• Maintain mandatory reporting to adhere to government regulations and child safety guidelines.
• Be actively involved in the development and implementation of the Quality Improvement Plan.
• Lead our high quality team of professionals and drive a high performing culture.
• Work with the Committee to manage all areas of Administration and Finance.

Your future at Olive Phillips Kindergarten will be one where you can build on your past experiences to help shape the kindergarten of the future, while paying tribute to the rich history this kindergarten has enjoyed over its 80 years. This exciting position will see you lead our amazing team and work with great families to deliver the highest level of early childhood education for our children.

Qualifications Qualifications and requirements

• ACECQA-approved Diploma in Children's Services or bachelor's degree (Early Childhood Education).
• Prior experience as a Centre Manager / Nominated Supervisor.
• Prior experience in a sessional kindergarten environment is desired
• Understanding of the National Quality Framework, VEYLDF and National Laws and Regulations
• Understanding of the Child Safe Standards and Reportable Conduct Scheme
• Current Valid Working with Children Check.
• Current First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis Certificates.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.
• Be passionate about early childhood education.

Requirements WWCC

Industrial Agreement/Award Victorian Early Childhood Teachers and Educators Agreement 2020 (VECTEA)

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