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Educational Leader / Assistant Director | Northcote
Community-based not-for-profit service seeking Educational Leader/Assistant Director.
Strong culture, leadership role with operational duties
Educational Leader / Assistant Director | Northcote
Educational Leader / Assistant Director
Full-Time | Permanent | Northcote, VIC
ANZUK Education is partnering with a highly regarded, community-based early learning service in Northcote to recruit an experienced
Educational Leader
.
This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about pedagogy, enjoys mentoring educators, and wants to join a service with a strong, established culture and genuine commitment to quality practice.
The role is primarily focused on educational leadership, with some Assistant Director responsibilities including rostering and operational support.
About the Service
This is a long-standing, not-for-profit service with a strong community reputation and a team-oriented, values-driven team culture.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading curriculum development and educational practice across the service
Mentoring and coaching educators across all experience levels
Driving reflective practice and continuous improvement
Supporting Quality Improvement Planning and compliance requirementsEmbedding the EYLF, VEYLDF, NQF, and NQS into everyday practice
Supporting rostering, administration, and operational leadership
Assisting the Centre Director and stepping into leadership when required
About You




We're looking for someone who:
Holds a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or higher
Has experience in an Educational Leader or Assistant Director
Is confident mentoring and developing educators in practice
Has strong knowledge of the NQF, NQS, EYLF, and VEYLDF
Brings a collaborative, grounded approach to team culture
Can balance pedagogical leadership with operational responsibilities
What's on Offer
Salary package approx.
$95,000 – $100,000
(inclusive of retention payments)
5 weeks annual leave
3-week Christmas shutdown
Additional planning and programming time
Dedicated Educational Leader non-contact time
Strong leadership support and positive team culture
Genuine opportunity to influence practice in a high-quality service
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📌 Educational Leader / Assistant Director | Northcote (Melbourne)
🏢 anzuk Education
📍 Melbourne