Job Description
Second in Charge / Assistant Director - Marrickville
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For over 11 years, Rise & Shine Kindergarten has been a trusted name in early childhood education. We're proudly family-owned and operated, and we know that the magic of early learning starts with the people who deliver it. Our educators aren't just employees — they're the heart of everything we do.
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We're growing across 15 centres in NSW and QLD, and we're looking for passionate educators to grow with us. At Rise & Shine, you'll feel supported, valued, and inspired every day — because when our educators thrive, so do the children and families we serve.
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We're looking for an experienced Diploma or ECT qualified educator to step into a Second in Charge role at Marrickville, working alongside the Centre Director to lead the team and deliver a high-quality program aligned with the EYLF and our Shine Advantage Curriculum.
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About the role
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Reporting to the Centre Director, you'll be a key leader in the service - guiding educators, supporting families, and stepping up as Acting Director when required. Your responsibilities will include:
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Program & practice
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Planning, implementing and evaluating a developmentally appropriate program for individual children and groups, in line with the EYLF and Shine Advantage Curriculum
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Recording observations and using them to inform program planning and support each child's learning
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Developing and reviewing daily care routines
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Planning for the inclusion of children with additional needs, including children with disabilities, complex health needs, Aboriginal children,



and children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
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Maintaining a safe, well-resourced learning workplace and ensuring the room reflects Rise & Shine's expectations
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Leadership & team support
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Leading, mentoring and directing educators across the service
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Providing fair, effective day-to-day supervision and modelling best practice
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Supervising students on placement and trainees as delegated by the Director
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Promoting a culture of continuous learning, accountability and duty of care
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Supporting compliance with the NQF, Education and Care Services National Regulations, and centre policies and procedures
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Families & community
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Building positive, respectful relationships with families
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Providing verbal and written updates to families as delegated by the Director
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Encouraging family input into the life of the service
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Administration & compliance
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Ensuring accurate completion of timesheets and records for your team
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Meeting reporting requirements and contributing to administrative improvements
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Upholding child protection, WHS, and confidentiality obligations at all times
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Assuming the role of Centre Director in their absence
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What you'll bring
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AQF Diploma,



Advanced Diploma or Degree in Early Childhood Education (or equivalent)
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Current Working with Children Check, First Aid, CPR, Asthma, Anaphylaxis and Child Protection training
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Sound knowledge of the EYLF, NQF, and relevant regulations
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Strong leadership, communication, observation and time-management skills
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Confidence using digital tools for documentation and programming
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A genuine commitment to children's learning, safety and wellbeing
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Why You'll Love Working With Us
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Generous pay rates that exceed industry standards
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Gift voucher and paid day off during your birthday week
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Up to 75% discount on our premium childcare rates
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Allocated off the floor programming time
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Opportunities for career growth and long term stability
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Supportive leadership and a genuinely great team culture
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Employee assistance program
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Refer a friend bonuses
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Uniforms provided including hats
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Surprises, gifts and celebrations throughout the year
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Exclusive access to ORBIT - our futuristic STEM Learning Hub
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We'd also love for you to take a virtual tour of our centres and explore our ORBIT STEM Learning Hub at
riseandshine.edu.au/locations
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Child Safe Standards: All candidates will be required to complete a Prohibition Declaration as part of our recruitment process. Rise & Shine is committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for all children and young people, and we uphold our responsibilities under the Child Safe Standards.
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📌 Second In Charge / Assistant Director - Marrickville (New South Wales)
🏢 Rise & Shine Kindergarten
📍 New South Wales