Job Description

We are seeking a passionate, knowledgeable and driven Assistant Director/Educational Leader, who has the experience and strong desire to lead, inspire, support and manage our team of Educators, and run the day-to-day operations of our amazing childcare centre, Imagine Childcare and Kindergarten Nowra

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Our well-established centre with long-term staff is awaiting the right candidate to make it their own! This is a rare opportunity for a strong leader to join our team.

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This is a permanent position, Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours a week

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In your recent role you will:

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Assist to manage the day-to-day operations of the centre in line with legislative requirements, and company policies and procedures.

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Provide leadership, mentoring and guidance to all staff.

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Ensure that high-quality early learningprograms are delivered by our passionate team of Educators.

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Support to manage staffing rosters efficiently.

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Assist in effectively manage the financial requirements of the centre in line with budget guidelines.

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Ensure you are actively attracting, converting and retaining families by effectively managing and overseeing tours, enrolments and orientation in conjunction with our Enrolments Team

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Ensure that high-quality standards for centre presentation and work practices are practiced consistently.

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Build and maintain strong relationships with children, families, Educators, the local business community, and all other stakeholders.

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About you

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A Diploma in Children's Services or Early Childhood Degreeas approved by ACECQA.

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A minimum 1 years' experience as a Assistant Director in an early childhood setting.





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Current WWCC, approved first aid, CPR, anaphylaxis and asthma qualifications.

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Extensive understanding of the Victorian Early Years Learning Development Framework (VEYLDF), National Quality Standards (NQS), and Quality Improvement Plan (QIP). Excellent understanding of CCS and QikKids.

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Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

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Ability to lead and mentor a team of qualified and committed early childhood professionals.

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Willingness to undertake and coordinate ongoing professional development trainingfor Educators.

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The ability to incorporate critical thinking and reflective practice into your day-to-day practice.

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What we can offer you

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Above award wages, recognising you!

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Workers Retention Payment!

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75% off out-of-pocket childcare fees!

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Access to discounts from hundreds of well-known brands and retailers, including groceries, fuel, gyms, leisure and utilities!

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Access to novated vehicle leasing, enhancing your take-home pay!

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Free annual flu shot, first aid, asthma, and anaphylaxis certification.

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Free annual child protection training

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Generous budgets to be utilised for your rooms and experiences

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Leading indoor and outdoor learning environments.

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Innovative learning environments where you can build strong pedagogical practice.

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Professional development and training programs all paid for.

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Progression opportunities with fast growing company.

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Friendly and supportive Management and Head Office teams.

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A purpose built Childcare Centre and Kindergarten with beautiful natural play scopes

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📌 Assistant Director/Educational Leader (Nowra)
🏢 Imagine Education Group
📍 Nowra