Assistant Director – Forrest Early Childhood and Care Service
About the role:
Lead and support the implementation of high-quality educational programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), National Quality Framework, and relevant legislation.
Provide professional supervision, coaching, and mentoring to educators, fostering reflective practice, and ongoing skilled growth to enhance outcomes for children.
Assist the Service Director in the day-to-day management of the service, including maintaining staff-to-child ratios, contributing to rostering, ensuring compliance requirements are met, and maintaining accurate records.
Lead service tours, support family onboarding, maintain effective communication with families, and promote a positive and inclusive culture with children, families, staff, and the wider community.
About you:
ACECQA-approved qualification (Diploma or higher) in Early Childhood, or equivalent
Solid knowledge of the NQF, and EYLF
Confident leader with proven team development and stakeholder engagement skills
Resilient, adaptable, and driven to deliver quality outcomes
What we offer:
Part‐time ongoing role – 60.8 hours per fortnight.




This role may be expected to work split shifts when required Remuneration aligned to Children Services Award Level 7, plus super, salary packaging and educational leader allowance.
paid shutdown leave
discounted childcare
uniforms
free parking
Employment Assistant Program
free flu vaccination
professional development opportunities
a supportive work setting
Requirements:
Current driver's licence and ability to obtain/maintain required pre-employment checks and certifications (including National Police Check, Working with Vulnerable Cards and First Aid), plus mandatory training as required.
About us:
Community Services #1 is a not‐for‐profit supporting people and families across the ACT and surrounding NSW.
We deliver practical, person‐centred services that strengthen community wellbeing and belonging.
Diversity & Inclusion:
We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Workplace adjustments are available.
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📌 Assistant Director – Forrest Early Childhood Education And Care Centre (Canberra)
🏢 Community Services #1
📍 Canberra