Director & Assistant Director / Educational Leader
3 weeks ago
Oak Park Early Learning is seeking passionate and experienced professionals to lead and inspire a new team at our upcoming centre
We offer a unique opportunity for a Full-Time Director & Full-Time Assistant Director & Educational Leader to assist with opening and managing a purpose-built, privately owned long day care centre in Oak Park, opening September 2025. Visit our website at www.oakparkearlylearning.com.au.
The centre will be licensed for 79 children daily, located at 718 Pascoe Vale Road, Oak Park, Melbourne. It will serve children aged 6 months to 6 years, following play and milestone-based learning for younger children and Montessori-inspired programs for 3-4-year-olds. The facility features five bright classrooms, each with access to gardens, and a commercial kitchen.
Your role as Centre Director and Educational Leader will focus on delivering quality educational and care programs, fostering growth with children, families, and staff, and creating a positive community and work culture.
Candidates must:
- Hold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education or higher
- Have at least 3 years' management experience in a long day care setting
- Experience in opening new centres (preferred but not essential)
- Experience with Montessori programs (preferred but not essential)
- Foster a positive workplace culture
- Possess strong interpersonal skills to support families and educators
- Exhibit leadership qualities, set realistic expectations, and support staff development
- Be experienced in fee processing, including collection, payment plans, and scheduling
- Understand relevant laws and regulations, and implement policies accordingly
- Be familiar with systems like KIMS, ARRIVALS, NQAITS, PRODA, KIS, and related portals
- Have extensive knowledge of EYLF & NQF, and experience with compliance and assessment processes
- Navigate funding applications and deadlines efficiently
- Have experience in rostering, staff management, recruitment, and retention strategies
Role requirements include:
- Representing the centre professionally and confidently
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for marketing and family engagement
- Ability to build strong relationships with families, children, staff, and stakeholders
- Model and reinforce best practices
- Prioritize tasks, solve problems, and manage time effectively
- Adaptability to a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency with technology and apps like Xplor, 1Place, MyWaitlist
- Work closely with owners and management to ensure high-quality programs
This role offers the chance to shape the centre from the ground up and enjoy rewarding outcomes. Our owners are experienced educators eager to collaborate with you.
Benefits include staff discounts on childcare fees and access to in-house Occupational Therapy support for your team.
Interested? Please submit your Cover Letter and Resume via Seek, clearly stating which role you are applying for. Ensure your contact details are current.
We are committed to child safety and equal employment opportunities, encouraging applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Additional InformationApplicants will answer questions about their right to work in Australia, experience with the Early Years Learning Framework and NQF, and management experience. Please include any relevant details if reporting concerns about the job ad.
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