Assistant Director / Educational Leader - Essendon
Council-operated Children's Service as an Assistant Director / Educational Leader.
About the role
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced early childhood professional to join a high-quality Council-operated Children's Service as an Assistant Director / Educational Leader.
This dual-role position combines approximately 7 hours per week dedicated Educational Leader time with a broader leadership role supporting the Centre Director in the day-to-day management and operation of the service. Working within a collaborative and supportive Local Government environment, you will contribute to the delivery of exceptional early learning programs while mentoring educators and driving continuous quality improvement across the service.
Key responsibilities
Lead and support the implementation of an engaging, inclusive and high-quality educational program
Mentor and coach educators in curriculum development and reflective practice
Drive continuous improvement against the National Quality Standard (NQS)
Support programming, planning and documentation practices across all rooms
Facilitate critical reflection and professional discussions with educators
Promote contemporary early childhood pedagogy and best practice
Assist in preparation for Assessment and Rating processes
Support the Centre Director with the overall management of the service




Provide strong floor leadership and operational oversight
Assist with staff supervision, mentoring and performance development
About you
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education or equivalent ACECQA-approved qualification
Current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration
Demonstrated experience in an Educational Leader, Assistant Director, Lead Educator or similar leadership role
Robust knowledge of the National Quality Framework, National Quality Standard and Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework
Proven ability to mentor and support educators to achieve positive outcomes for children
Exceptional communication, leadership and relationship-building skills
Commitment to delivering high-quality early childhood education and care
About us
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable and highly regarded Local Government children's service. Council is committed to child safety, diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity employment.
Competitive salary package
Above-award Local Government conditions
Generous annual leave provisions
Monthly Rostered Day Off (RDO)
Strong leadership and career progression pathways
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Supportive and collaborative team culture
Work-life balance and family-friendly environment
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📌 Assistant Director / Educational Leader - Essendon (Melbourne)
🏢 Harrison McMillan
📍 Melbourne