Assistant Director (2IC) Early Childhood
At Brady Bunch Early Learning Centres, we are looking for an experienced and motivated
2IC & Educational Leader
to join our Miners Rest service and work closely alongside our Centre Director.
This role would suit an experienced 2IC or Educational Leader looking for a new challenge, or a strong senior educator ready to confidently take the next step into leadership.
With well-established and structured systems and processes, you will have the support and guidance to focus on what matters - your team, quality practice and creating the best possible environment for our children.
This role includes dedicated time to focus on your leadership and Educational Leader responsibilities, balanced with an expectation that you will also work in ratio and remain actively connected to the floor.
This is a hands-on leadership role balancing people, pedagogy, compliance and operations, while remaining connected to our educators, children and families.
Our Commitment to Child Safety
Brady Bunch Early Learning Centres has zero tolerance for child abuse and harm.
We actively promote the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of all children and are committed to creating environments where every child feels safe, respected, included and heard.
As a member of our leadership team, you will be expected to lead this commitment by example. Above all, children's safety, wellbeing and sense of belonging come first.
About the Role
Working side-by-side with the Centre Director,



you will help lead the daily operation of the service while championing quality practice, pedagogy and a positive team culture.
We believe strong teams are built on trust, accountability and genuinely championing one another. We want our educators to feel supported to speak up, ask questions, learn from each other and take ownership of their practice. A supported and accountable team creates a safer setting for everyone.
You will:
Support the Centre Director with daily operations, compliance, rostering and administration.
Step into leadership of the service during the Centre Director's temporary absences.
Lead, mentor and support educators to deliver safe, high-quality practice.
Champion pedagogy, critical reflection, planning cycles and continuous improvement.
Coach and work alongside educators to strengthen practice and build capability.
Support the QIP and implementation of the EYLF, VEYLDF and National Quality Standard.
Build a positive and accountable team culture with clear expectations.
Build strong relationships with children and families.
Remain visible and hands-on, including providing in-ratio support when required.
Lead by example in child safety, professionalism and quality practice.




You'll also have access to our dedicated Pedagogy and Practice Leader, Centre Director and broader leadership team for mentoring, guidance and support.
What You Bring
We're looking for someone who:
Holds a Diploma or higher ACECQA-approved Early Childhood qualification.
Has leadership experience or is a strong senior educator ready for their next step.
Has strong knowledge of the NQF, EYLF, VEYLDF and regulatory requirements.
Is passionate about pedagogy, curriculum and reflective practice.
Can confidently mentor educators while setting clear expectations.
Is organised, reliable and comfortable balancing leadership and operational priorities.
Communicates well and isn't afraid to have respectful but sometimes difficult conversations.
Enjoys being visible, involved and connected to the floor.
Understands that child safety is everyone's responsibility.
A valid Working with Children Check is required, along with a National Police Check or willingness to obtain one.
Why Brady Bunch?
Above Award Pay + Work Retention Payment (WRP)
Weekly Pay
Paid Birthday Leave and additional leave opportunities after probation
Childcare discounts
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Above-ratio staffing
Experienced Centre Director, Area Manager and Pedagogy & Practice support
Professional development and leadership progression
Staff wellbeing initiatives, including our much-loved coffee van
Brady Bunch Early Learning Centres - Learners Today. Leaders Tomorrow.
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