Assistant Director

3 weeks ago

Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia Illawarra Mercury Full time
Join Our Team as an Assistant Director at The Grove Academy Dapto

About The Organisation

At The Grove Academy, we're all about creating inspiring, nurturing environments for children and educators. With campuses across NSW, we're renowned for our innovative approach to early childhood education, including our unique Grove Flourish program and Mama Bear initiatives. People love working with us because of our supportive culture, strong values, and commitment to making every day meaningful.

Benefits

We value our team and offer amazing incentives, including:
  • Worker Retention Payment, offering a 15% pay increase over the next two years
  • $2,000 Refer-a-Friend Bonus for helping grow our Grove family
  • 50% off childcare fees for your little ones
  • Annual Employee Wellbeing Day for some much-needed self-care
  • Career growth opportunities with our ongoing company expansion
  • A supportive team culture with regular celebrations, fundraising events, and Grove Recognition Awards

About The Role

As an Assistant Director at The Grove Academy, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operations of our centre. You'll support the Centre Director in maintaining high standards, fostering a positive team culture, and creating an engaging environment for children and families.

Key Responsibilities Include
  • Assisting the Centre Director in daily operations and compliance
  • Supporting and mentoring educators to deliver high-quality practices
  • Building strong relationships with children, families, and the community
  • Overseeing and maintaining regulatory and safety standards
  • Contributing to a fun, collaborative, and professional workplace culture

Skills & Experience

We're looking for someone who is supportive, organised, and proactive. To thrive in this role, you'll need:
  • A Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education and Care
  • Experience in leadership and regulatory compliance within the sector
  • Exceptional organisational and communication skills
  • A team-focused, positive attitude
  • A passion for creating an inspiring and inclusive environment

How To Apply

Click APPLY or contact Chelsea on 1300 147 683 for a confidential discussion. Once you apply, take our FREE "Which Grove Value Are You?" quiz and discover how you align with our passionate, fun, and team-oriented culture. Visit tga.edu.au to learn more.

Join us in making a difference in children's lives while having fun, celebrating milestones, and building a career you'll love
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