Child Care Director

Friends Child Care is a community based, 39 place, not- for-profit Childcare Centre located on the grounds of St Vincent's Private Hospital, operating under the auspices of the Roman Catholic Church Diocese of Lismore.  Our centre provides an exceptional early childhood program for children aged 6 months to school aged in a beautiful homelike environment. We are committed to providing a quality early learning program that fosters children's sense of wellbeing and personal confidence. Our centre is rated as meeting all areas in the National Quality Standards Assessment.

A vacancy exists for a Director for Friends Childcare Centre. The successful applicant will be expected to provide the highest quality care and education to our children, lead a team of childcare Educators and manage the daily operations of our 39 place centre.

The Child Care Director acts as the educational leader of the centre and works within the mission and values of the St Vincent's Hospital campus.

To be successful, applicants will need to possess the following:

• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or Bachelor of Teaching/Early Childhood
• A minimum of twelve months experience as a Director and Educational Leader of a Child Care Centre in a service with 25 places or above
• High level of understanding of the National Quality Framework, National Quality Standards    
• Early Years Learning Framework and the National Law and Regulations
• Commitment to the Early Childhood Australia Code of Ethics (2016)
• Proven interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team so as to motivate and lead people
• The successful candidate must have or be able to obtain prior to commencement: Current First Aid Qualification specific for early childhood settings (HLTAID012/HLTAID004); Child Protection Training (CHCPRT025 or equivalent); NSW Working with Children Check clearance.
• National Criminal History Check (NCHC)
• Eligibility for teacher registration under NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)
• Eligibility for Nominated Supervisor with NSW Department of Education
• Ensure safeguarding requirements are strictly adhered to and strong risk management practices are maintained.

 Our benefits

• Up to $10k recruitment bonus *Terms and Conditions Apply
• An increase in your take home pay through salary packing with SmartSalary. Package up to $15,900 + $2,650 in entertainment benefits each year, plus access to novated vehicle leasing, Smartrewards and many other options.
• 3 x free counselling/coaching sessions with AccessEAP each year
• Discounted gym and pool memberships through Fitness Passport
• Free annual Flu vaccinations 
• Discounted St Vincent's Private Hospital admissions for you and your family
• Delicious staff meals at a great price
• Free onsite parking

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About us

Established in 1921, St Vincent's Lismore leads the way in providing high-quality healthcare, aged care and childcare for the people of our community. Friends Childcare Centre is a 39 place centre set within the grounds of St Vincent's Lismore and closely connected to both the hospital and aged care facilities. At Friends we seek to provide a whole-of-life education of the highest quality and provide educators with a solid foundation to build their programs, environments and relationships.  As a team of professionals we constantly grow and develop through regular team meetings, reading, viewing, attending conferences and networks, hands-on projects and deep critical reflection.

For more information about Friends Childcare Centre go to our website: 

This recruitment will close when the right candidate is found.

 Important Information

Candidates must have unrestricted rights to work in Australia.

A current Australian Driver's License is essential.

We are committed to safeguarding practices, including the ongoing protection and safety of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

An offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory National Criminal History and Prohibited Persons checks.