Assistant Director

• Flexible working options considered.
• 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
• 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
• 13 weeks long service leave after seven/ten years.
• Salary packaging options.
• 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
• 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.

Job no: 521543

Work type: Full Time

Location: Nedlands Campus

Categories: Campus / facilities management

• Opportunity to work in an exceeding service.
• Flexible rotating rosters.
• Full-time (1.0 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis for 12 months.
• Base salary range: $110,733 – $117,225 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

UWA Child Care Services provides an Early Learning Centre that offers part-time and full-time care to children aged six weeks to five years.

Management and staff aim to provide high quality education and care and enriching learning experiences for all children, in partnership with their families, and in accordance with the Education and Care Services National Law (WA) Act 2012, Education and Care Services National Regulations 2012, and the National Quality Framework.

About the opportunity

• You will provide support and assistance to the Centre Director for the administration and planning of the Early Learning Centre. Such tasks will include staff rosters, enrolments and orientation of children, families and new staff.
• Implement and ensure the facility's policies, procedures, educational program and philosophy are upheld in accordance with the Education and Care Services National Law (WA) Act 2012 and the Education Care Services National Regulations 2012.
• Lead and be a positive role model to all staff and students and provide on‐the‐job training as required.

About you

• Hold a Bachelor of Education, Diploma of Teaching (or equivalent) or Lead Teacher registration or equivalency, a Diploma in Children's Services as approved by the Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA).
• Minimum 5 years' experience in early education and care.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Education and Care Services National Law (WA) Act 2012 and the Education and Care Services National Regulations 2012.
• Possess organisational and leadership skills with a proven ability to work to deadlines (desirable).
• Understanding and experience with the Accreditation and Assessment rating process in accordance with the Australia Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA)(desirable).

Special Requirements

• Current Working with Children Check.
• Able to fit the physical requirements of the position.
• HLTAID004 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting (Desirable or willingness to acquire).
• Current National Police Clearance Certificate.

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Joanne Powell at

How to apply

The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Friday 31 October 2025.

This position is only open to current UWA staff.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia's top university.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.

Advertised: 14 Oct 2025 W. Australia Standard Time

Applications close: 31 Oct 2025 W. Australia Standard Time