Assistant Director

**Exciting Opportunity: Assistant Director for Edge Early Learning’s Grange Centre Opening in January 2025**

Are you ready to step into an influential role, supporting the launch of a brand-new centre? Edge Early Learning is seeking a dynamic and passionate Assistant Director to be the right-hand support to our Centre Director, making a meaningful impact on our new centre’s success. This hands-on position allows you to float between rooms, build a strong team culture, and ensure every day runs smoothly while spending focused, non-contact time on leadership tasks.

**Why Join Edge?**

As part of Edge Early Learning, you’ll be welcomed into a culture that celebrates each team member’s unique contribution, values collaboration, and prioritizes your growth and well-being. With competitive benefits and exciting perks, we’re committed to making Edge a place you’ll love coming to work.

**Perks and Benefits**:

- ** Birthday Leave**:Enjoy a paid day off on your birthday - celebrate you
- ** Childcare Gap Fee Discounts**:Exclusive for permanent team members.
- ** Referral Bonus Scheme**:Earn bonuses by helping us grow our amazing team.
- Salary Sacrificing Options with Maxxia.
- Competitive Salary Package with private health and financial well-being support.
- ** Uniform Allowance**:Start with a complete set and receive annual top-ups.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through our trusted provider.
- ** Edgy Awards**:Recognize and celebrate exceptional peer achievements.
- Onsite Flu Vaccinations.
- Professional Development & Training: Ongoing opportunities for growth.

**About the New Centre**:

- Licence per day: 122, but on opening their will be 84
- Open and Close times: 6.30am and 6.30pm
- Address: 184-190 Days Rd, Grange QLD
- Rooms: Nursery 1 & 2, Toddler 1, 2 & 3, Pre-Kindy 1 & 2, Kindy 1
- Date due to open: 13 January 2025

**Your Key Responsibilities**:

- Act as the 2IC (Second-in-Charge), collaborating closely with the Centre Director to drive our centre’s vision.
- Mentor and Guide educators, promoting professional growth and excellence in educational practices.
- Lead Room Teams as a Team Leader, creating strong connections with children, families, and staff.
- Float Across Rooms to offer hands-on support and ensure smooth, consistent daily operations.
- Focus on Centre Management Tasks during non-contact time, including rostering, team development, and compliance.
- Assist with Performance Management and promote a positive, supportive workplace culture.
- Serve as a Go-To Resource for the Centre Director and the entire team, fostering collaboration and teamwork.

**What You Bring**:

- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (or working towards).
- Leadership experience in early childhood education, with a strong grasp of EYLF and NQS.
- A genuine passion for mentoring and inspiring educators to reach their full potential.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with an approachable leadership style.
- A proactive, positive attitude focused on delivering exceptional educational experiences.