Assistant Centre Director

2 days ago

Blacktown, Australia Canopy Kids Pty Ltd Full time

This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside a strong and stable team of educators who are passionate about early learning and committed to providing high-quality care. Our team deserves to be led by a like-minded professional who is respectful, open to collaboration, and values each educator’s voice and contribution. We are looking for someone who will not only uphold our high professional standards but also nurture our warm, inclusive culture.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Act as the Responsible Person in the absence of the Director, ensuring the centre operates in alignment with the Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations.
- Lead by example to promote a culture of Kindness, Empathy and Gratitude, respect, and collaboration among educators, children, and families.
- Mentor and support educators in delivering a child-led, inclusive, and meaningful curriculum, guided by the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS).
- Encourage and facilitate ongoing critical reflection and professional growth within the team.
- Ensure the centre meets all compliance and regulatory requirements, including health and safety, documentation, and staff-to-child ratios.
- Foster genuine, trusting relationships with children, families, educators, and the broader community.
- Contribute to administrative responsibilities, including rostering, enrolments, audits, and maintaining the Quality Improvement Plan (QIP)/ Self-assessment tool.

**Key Selection Criteria**
- Bachelor of Early Childhood Education or ACECQA-approved equivalent.
- A minimum of two years’ leadership experience in early childhood education.
- Experience in the Responsible Person role under the National Law.
- Strong understanding of the National Quality Framework (NQF), Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), and National Quality Standard (NQS).
- Demonstrated ability to lead with kindness, integrity, Honesty, and clear communication.
- Confidence in guiding critical reflections that drive continuous improvement.
- Current certifications in First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis, and Child Protection, Safe Sleep, Child Safe Modules 1-7.
- A valid Working with Children Check (WWCC).

**Desirable Attributes**
- Passion for creating nurturing, inclusive environments where children thrive.
- A natural leader who inspires confidence, respect, and collaboration within a team.
- A calm, reflective approach to challenges, grounded in empathy and professionalism.
- Someone who will value and enhance our strong, stable, and collaborative team culture.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $76,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Employee discount
- Professional development assistance

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Rotating roster

Application Question(s):

- Do you have NESA accreditation or eligible to apply?

**Education**:

- High School (Year 12) (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Leadership: 1 year (preferred)
- Early childhood education: 2 years (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person

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