Job Type: Temporary position | Part time position

Job Description

Start Smart Early Education Group Assistant Director / 2IC Lead People. Support Practice.

Stay Connected to What Matters Most.

We're looking for passionate Assistant Directors / 2ICs to join our teams at Perfect Start Birkdale and Smarttots Early Education Alex Hills. This is a unique opportunity for someone who enjoys the best of both worlds - a leadership role that allows you to remain connected to children and educational practice while also stepping into centre leadership.

About the Role

As our Assistant Director / 2IC, you will: Work alongside the Centre Director to support the day-to-day leadership and operations of the service. Spend time working directly with children and educators, building meaningful relationships and supporting high-quality practice. Use your dedicated non-contact leadership time to support administration, compliance, team development and continuous improvement.

Mentor and support educators to build confidence, capability and reflective practice. Support educators to notice, wonder alongside children, and create learning experiences that are responsive to children's ideas, questions and theories. Foster a positive, collaborative and inclusive team culture where everyone feels valued.

Build strong partnerships with families and the wider community. Contribute to the centre's Quality Improvement Plan and ongoing journey towards excellence. Step confidently into the Centre Director role when required.

About You

You are someone who: Leads with kindness, integrity and authenticity.

Loves supporting others to grow and celebrating their successes. Understands that great leadership starts with strong relationships. Enjoys being present with children while also developing your leadership skills.

Is organised, proactive and solutions-focused.



Can confidently balance the needs of children, families, educators and the service. Embraces feedback, reflection and continuous learning.

Believes every child and every educator deserves someone who believes in them. We're not looking for perfection. We're looking for someone who is reflective, willing to learn, and committed to continually growing alongside children, families and colleagues.

Someone who leads with humility, embraces challenge and understands that the best leaders never stop learning themselves.

Essential Requirements Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or higher).

Previous leadership experience within an early childhood setting. Solid knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework, National Quality Standard and relevant legislation.

A genuine passion for mentoring and developing educators. Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills. Current Blue Card.

Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications (or willingness to obtain).

About Company

At Start Smart Early Education , we believe childhood is not preparation for life—it is life. We see children as capable, competent and full of potential.

We believe relationships are at the heart of everything we do, and that the strongest learning communities are built when children, families and educators all feel they belong. Our leaders are more than managers. They are mentors, role models and advocates who create the conditions for children and educators to flourish.

Why Join Start Smart?





At Start Smart, we invest in our people because we know that when educators grow, children thrive. As part of our team, you'll enjoy: A leadership role that combines valuable time with children alongside dedicated non-contact leadership time.

A supportive Centre Director and leadership team who genuinely value your ideas and expertise. Ongoing paid professional development because great leaders never stop learning. Access to our Rewards Gateway, offering discounts across hundreds of retailers, travel, entertainment and lifestyle brands.

An annual Awards Night where we celebrate the incredible impact of our educators and leaders. Clear opportunities for meaningful career growth and leadership development. A culture built on collaboration, reflection and continuous improvement.

A workplace where relationships, wellbeing and professional growth are genuinely prioritised. Most importantly, you'll never be expected to lead alone. You'll be supported by a leadership team that values collaboration, shares knowledge generously and believes the best outcomes are achieved when leaders learn from one another and work together.

Why Start Smart?

Because we believe leadership is about more than managing a centre. It's about creating a workplace where educators feel supported.

It's about building genuine relationships with families. It's about protecting and honouring childhood. And it's about creating environments where children—and the adults who support them—can truly thrive.

If you're looking for more than just an Assistant Director / 2IC position—if you're looking for a place where you'll be inspired, supported, challenged and empowered to make a genuine difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Work Type: Part time

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