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Assistant Service Leader – Southern Suburbs
Join a welcoming, community-focused service supporting 30-40 children each day. Perfect for an experienced leader looking for something different
- Assistant Service Leader – Southern Suburbs
Laura Jones Senior Consultant - ANZUK Education - Adelaide
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced and confident leader to join a well-established education and care service as an Assistant Service Leader.
Working closely with the Service Leader, you will play a key role in supporting the daily operations of the service, mentoring educators, maintaining high-quality practices, and contributing to a positive and collaborative team culture.
This role is ideally suited to a qualified skilled who is ready to take the next step in their leadership journey and is confident stepping into the Responsible Person role when required. You will be trusted to support the overall management of the service and ensure regulatory and operational requirements are maintained in the absence of the Service Leader.
The Service
This community-focused service provides a welcoming and engaging environment where children can learn, grow and thrive. With approximately 30-40 children attending each day, the service prides itself on delivering high-quality experiences and fostering strong relationships with children, families and the wider community.
Supported by an experienced leadership team,
this is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact while continuing to develop your leadership skills.
- Up to $39.90 per hour plus ECEC Worker Retention Grant
- Additional incentives
- Supportive and collaborative leadership team
- Opportunity to step into leadership responsibilities and grow your management experience
- Stable permanent role with consistent hours
The Ideal Applicant
We are seeking a confident and capable leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys supporting both children and educators to reach their full potential.
Key Requirements
- Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, or ACECQA-approved equivalent
- Previous leadership experience within an education and care setting
- Confidence stepping into the Responsible Person role when required
- Strong understanding of the National Quality Framework and regulatory requirements
- Ability to mentor, support and lead a team of educators
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Current First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certifications
- Current Working With Children Check
- Current RRHAN-EC certification
Please note that no allocated administration time is included within the rostered hours. Strong leadership capability, sound judgement,
and the ability to effectively manage day-to-day operations are essential for success in this role.
We are committed to providing a safe, inclusive and respectful environment for every child and have zero tolerance for child abuse or harm.
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