Assistant Director

2 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Only About Children Full time
Overview

Join to apply for the Assistant Director role at Only About Children.

Only About Children Tarneit is seeking a dedicated and experienced Assistant Director to join our leadership team at our Tarneit campus. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a key leadership role where you can make a real impact every day.

About The Role

As the Assistant Director, you'll work closely with the Campus Director and Educational Leader to ensure the smooth running of daily operations, lead your floor team, and support the delivery of high-quality early childhood education and care.

You Will Play a Vital Role In
  • Supporting and mentoring educators to reach their full potential
  • Ensuring compliance and safety across all aspects of campus operations
  • Building trusted, respectful relationships with families & children
  • Contributing to a culture of learning, care, and inclusion
  • Driving continuous improvement in line with the NQF and 'The OAC Way'
  • Prioritise child safety in everything you do, everyday.
About You
  • A Diploma of Early Childhood Education & Care
  • At least 2–3 years' experience in a like-leadership role
  • Excellent knowledge of the NQF, EYLF, & CSS
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and mentoring skills
  • A proactive, supportive, and team-focused leadership style
  • Ability to work full-time, Monday to Friday
Why Join Only About Children?Benefits
  • Above-award salary & 10% worker retention bonus
  • Leadership development opportunities
  • Regular Assistant Director networking events
  • Up to $2,500 employee referral bonus
  • Annual performance reviews and career planning
  • Wellbeing Days, celebrations, and staff rewards
  • Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Retail discounts and savings across 500+ brands
Additional Information

We'd love to hear from you if this sounds like the opportunity for you. Click 'apply now' and submit your application today

Only About Children is proud to share that our application for the Worker Retention Payment has been approved. This means our team members will receive an additional 10% on top of the award rate, plus an extra 5% from December 2025, funded by the Australian Federal Government until 30 November 2026.

At Only About Children we have a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion and we want you to bring your whole self to work. We welcome and encourage applications from all members of the community, particularly those who identify as Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.

At Only About Children (OAC), every child\'s safety, wellbeing, and protection is our highest priority. We are committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where every child feels safe and valued. All employees are required to hold a current Employee Working with Children Check before beginning employment. Additionally, throughout the recruitment process, we conduct thorough assessments to ensure the suitability of all candidates for working with children.


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