Assistant Director/ Centre Manager
1 week ago
Little Environeers is on the hunt for an incredible Assistant Director/ Centre Manager to join our freshly renovated service in Macleod. The service is family owned and operated service which truly passionate and hand picked educators on board who require a strong Assistant Director/Centre Manager to continue lead by example. We are not your ordinary early learning service, so are seeking someone who has a strong passion for quality, compliance and can work well under pressure whilst always putting the team, families and children first. The service is requiring a driven and hardworking individual that can keep up with the pace and passion of the Service Director and team striving for a centre that stands out from the rest.
We foster and encourage an outdoor learning program which operates in all weather and have a strong belief in encouraging children to explore and learn in the outdoors in appropriate attire. We encourage risky play and love when the children are busy making mess. You will be enthusiastic about our philosophy and lead and implement this throughout the whole team.
Our children know what they are looking for and hope that that you meet the criteria below:
"I want them to be funny"- Mstr Z
"I want them to be happy and kind"- Mstr J
"I want them to love me"- Mstr A
"I want them to cook"- Miss A
"I want them to play" - Miss G
"I want them to do cartwheels"- Mstr Z
"I want them to do a backflip"- Mstr J (We understand this will be very rare :)
"I want them to help me when someone is hurting me"- Mstr A
"I want them to make necklaces with me"- Miss G
"I just want them to love me"' Miss V
While our children don't ask for much, we are looking for someone who;
-Isn't afraid to get muddy and messy
-Understands the benefits of all weather outdoor play
-Willing to ditch the pre set experiences and promote and encourage curiosity by using less toys and more real word materials in the learning environment
- Be able to put the children's needs above everything else
- Be able to work along side a team of extremely passionate educators and share your ideas and visions for a truly holistic approach to children's learning
- Believe in the beauty of spontaneous leaning experiences and be able to scaffold children's learning as it unfolds
- Are innovative and passionate about making a difference in all children's lives
- Are able to work with interruptions from the team, families and children and identify areas the service needs support
-Be prepared to mentor and support your team as needed, even if this requires multiple days on the floor to guide practices
- Be pro active, and thrive in finding solutions
-Be an all rounder that supports the service manager in all operations of the service with a can do attitude
Little Environeers is a family owned and operated Early Learning Service. We pride our selves on being different and don't align ourselves with one particular theorist or philosophy. We draw from theorists such as Vygotsky, Maria Montessori, Louis Malaguzzi, Rudolph Steiner and promote independence, collaborative learning and see that children's interests are at the forefront of everything we do. To find out more about us, head to
Now the Nitty Gritty requirements;
Candidates must hold a minimum of a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care.
Applicants are required to have a current Working with Children Check at the time of application.
- Candidates must demonstrate relevant Early Childhood Education leadership experience to be considered for this position, with the minimum being a Lead Educator for 2 years.
- Previous experience in all areas of administrative procedure, curriculum development, parent and community liaison, staff professional development and training, team leadership and management of staff
- Understanding and working knowledge of WHS legislation
- Be able to use social media, google drive and have great attention to detail in ensuring policies and procedures are accurate representations of our service
- Preferable knowledge of using OWNA
- Be willing to accept the role of Nominated Supervisor under the Education and Care Services National Law Application Bill 2010 and Education and Care Services National Regulations and/ or act as a Responsible Person
Demonstrated knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and/or My Time Our Place Framework, Education and Care Services National Law (2010), Education and Care Services National Regulations (2011), Family Assistance Law (Child Care Subsidy 2018)
Ensure you are able to follow all of the following ;
Service Policies and Procedures
Education and Care Services National Law (2010)
education and Care Services National Regulation
National Quality Standard (NQS)
Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)/My Time Our Place (MTOP)
ECA Code of Ethics
Work Health and Safety Act 2009
Commonwealth Privacy Act 1988 and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs
Fair Work Act
Family Assistance Law
Child Protection legislation
Child Safe Standards
Other relevant state and federal legislation and regulations as required
Reportable Conduct SchemeLiaise closely with and provide periodical reports to the Director/ Nominated Supervisor regarding matters relating to the smooth operation of the service
- Must be willing to support the team as required and understand that working in this role requires time on the floor. Leaders must be able to lead by example
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