Job Description

Children First Early Education – Townsville QLD

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At Children First Early Education Fairfield, we are committed to providing a child protected environment where every child is respected, heard, and protected. All educators, leaders, and team members share the responsibility for ensuring children's safety, wellbeing, and empowerment.

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We are seeking a passionate, driven and knowledgeable Assistant Director, who has the experience and desire to lead, support and manage our team of Educators, and help with the day-to-day running of our amazing centre!

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Our Assistant Director is a predominantly an off the floor position. Your focus will be to support our Centre Director on a day-to-day basis.

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About the role

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Assisting the Centre Director with managing day-to-day operations in accordance with legislative requirements and company policies.

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Providing leadership, mentorship, and guidance to our dedicated staff.

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Ensuring the delivery of high-quality early learning programs by our passionate educators.

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Effectively handling and managing the centre's staffing rosters and financial requirements in line with budget guidelines.

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Establishing and nurturing strong relationships with children, families, educators, the local business community, and all stakeholders.

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Actively participating in attracting, converting, and retaining families through effective management of tours, enrolments, and orientation in collaboration with our Enrolments Team.

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About you

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Hold a Diploma in Children's Services or an Early Childhood Degree approved by ACECQA.

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Must have previous experience as an Assistant Director in an early childhood setting.

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Current blue card, approved first aid, CPR, anaphylaxis, and asthma qualifications

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Exhibit an extensive understanding of the Early Years Learning Development Framework, National Quality Standards (NQS), and Quality Improvement Plan (QIP)

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Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.

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Showcase the ability to lead and mentor a team of dedicated early childhood professionals.

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Demonstrate the ability to incorporate critical thinking and reflective practice into daily operations.

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What we can offer you

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Above award wages, recognising your experience and knowledge!

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ECEC grant wage increase on top of a competitive base rate!

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75% off out-of-pocket childcare fees!

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Access to discounts from hundreds of well-known brands and retailers, including groceries, fuel, gyms, leisure and utilities!

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Access to novated vehicle leasing, enhancing your take-home pay!

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Free annual flu shot, first aid, asthma, and anaphylaxis certification.

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Free annual child protection training

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A purpose built Childcare Centre and Kindergarten with beautiful natural play scopes

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Generous budgets to be utilised for your rooms and experiences

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Leading indoor and outdoor learning environments.

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Innovative learning environments where you can build strong pedagogical practice.

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Professional development and training programs all paid for.

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Progression opportunities with fast growing company.

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Friendly and supportive Management and Head Office teams.

📌 Assistant Director (Townsville)
🏢 Children First Early Education
📍 Townsville