Brand New Service

Be part of a team opening a brand new Service
- Career progression within a growing organisation
- Extensive support from Head Office Team

**WPH Service Director /Nominated Supervisor**

At Orchard Early Learning Group, we're not just another Childcare Service - we're a community dedicated to thinking outside the box and redefining the norms of education. Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey in Early Childhood Education?

About the Role:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced individual to join us as a full-time West Pennant Hills Service Director. In this role, you will get to be part of the process of opening a brand new early years Service with a focus in Nature Curriculum and Adventurous play.

You will also play a pivotal part in driving effective service business performance, ensuring high-quality outcomes for families, children, and our team members. Your responsibilities will include monitoring, planning, and implementing strategies in collaboration with all stakeholders. You will be instrumental in maintaining compliance with the National Quality Framework, National Quality Standards, and relevant legislation and regulations.

We are looking for someone who embraces change and innovation, encourages continuous improvement, and is committed to their own personal growth and development in early childhood leadership. A high value for aesthetics and maintaining beautiful environments for children is essential.

Located next to the Koala Park, our WPH Service is a 120-place brand new Service catering to children aged 0 to 5 years. Our service features an abundance of indoor space with dedicated outdoor spaces specifically designed for each age group. Families are welcomed into a calm oasis, surrounded by amazing nature, light and space, and enveloped by a lush Children’s Kitchen and Garden. Close to public transport and with parking available on-site, our centre provides convenience and accessibility.

**Responsibilities**:

- Build your own team with support from Head Office Team
- Drive effective service business performance
- Develop and implement strategies to achieve high-quality outcomes for families, children, and team members
- Ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework, National Quality Standards, and relevant legislation and regulations
- Encourage and support a culture of change, innovation, and continuous improvement
- Foster a nurturing and aesthetically pleasing environment for children
- Promote and support the professional growth and development of team members.

Why Choose Us:
Innovative Learning Programs: We believe in providing children with opportunities for adventurous, all-weather play that fosters resilience and a deep connection to nature. Our programs are designed to be open-ended, diverse, and integrated with our curriculum.

Inspiring Learning Environments: Our learning spaces are where creativity thrives, curiosity is encouraged, and risk-taking is celebrated. It's where children and educators alike can explore, learn, and grow together.

Shared Values: Integrity, respect, innovation, relationships, and accountability are at the core of everything we do. We're committed to creating a supportive and inclusive community where everyone has the opportunity to flourish.

Experience the Orchard ELC Difference

We pride ourselves on our exceptional Leadership structure consisting of a full-time Service based Relationships Manager, a non-contact Assistant Director, and a full-time Educational Leader who drives high-quality educational outcomes and hands-on coaching for our educating team for best practice.

Bimonthly professional development meetings and networking opportunities and collaboration with our Enrolments team, Marketing team, Operations Manager, Learning & Development Manager, other Orchard ELC Service Directors and Educational Leaders across Sydney.

A dynamic and supportive work environment where your ideas are valued.

Orchard Early Learning Services offers more benefits than any other employer in the sector, including:

- Sector leading pay rates
- Generous annual pay increases
- Study assistance and support with ECT accreditation
- Up to 95% off staff childcare fees
- Employee benefits program with access to higher super, interstate and international conferences
- Staff wellness programs including birthday leave and 5 additional days off
- Gourmet staff lunch provided daily
- Access to extensive free professional learning
- Well-resourced and environmentally responsible workplaces
- Coaching and mentoring from experienced colleagues

Of course, you will need:

- Australian working rights
- At least 2 years of previous directing experience
- A current NSW Working with Children Check
- A completed Diploma in Children's Services and/or Bachelor of Education that is recognised by ACECQA
- NESA Teacher Accreditation
- Completed Child Protection Training as well as demonstrated understanding of current child safe practices
- Current First Aid an