Your Next Leadership Opportunity Starts Here.

Our client is an established early learning provider opening a new centre in Footscray and is seeking an experienced Assistant Director to join the leadership team.

This is a rare opportunity to work alongside the Centre Director, helping to build the team, establish the centre's culture and create a strong foundation for its success.

You'll have the opportunity to make a real contribution from the outset, working closely with the Centre Director and supported by an experienced management team across operations, compliance, systems and business development.

The Prospect

- Support the Centre Director with the opening and day-to-day operation of a brand-new centre
- Work alongside the Director to recruit, lead and develop your team
- Help establish a strong centre culture and reputation
- Build relationships with families and the local community
- Support high-quality programming, compliance and quality standards
- Assist with staffing, rosters, resources and centre operations




- Support enrolment growth and community engagement
- Provide leadership and support to the team and step into the Director's role when required

About You

You will be an experienced early childhood leader with:

- Previous Assistant Director, Educational Leader, Room Leader or senior leadership experience
- Qualification in Early Childhood Education
- Strong knowledge of the NQF and regulatory requirements
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities
- Current First Aid and CPR
- A proactive and hands-on approach
- The confidence and initiative to work closely with the Centre Director and wider leadership team

This is more than an Assistant Director role - it's the opportunity to help build a brand-new centre from the ground up. To find out more call Tracie 9828 6565 email [email protected]

📌 Assistant Director (Footscray)
🏢 Mcarthur
📍 Footscray