Position:
Director
Status:
Full-time, Fixed Term – Maternity Leave Cover
Contract period:
4 January ******** January ****
Service:
One Tree Mangkurla-Ngaarntu Maya Children's Service
Location:
Pannawonica, Western Australia
Hourly Rate:
$***** per hour (base hourly rate inclusive of Worker Retention Payment and $2 remote allowance) plus $***** per hour Regional Locality Allowance
Ready for your next leadership opportunity and a chance to make a genuine difference?
One Tree Mangkurla-Ngaarntu Maya Children's Service is located in the close-knit Pilbara community of Pannawonica, where children, families, culture and community are at the centre of everything we do.
We're looking for an experienced Director to lead our service and team for a 12-month maternity leave contract. As Director, you'll oversee the day-to-day operations of the service, support and inspire your team, build strong relationships with families and community, and drive high-quality education and care.
We're looking for a confident and organised leader with strong communication skills, a genuine interest in community engagement and an understanding of the unique opportunities that come with living and working remotely.
This is an opportunity to step into a meaningful leadership role in a remote community while being supported by the wider One Tree Community Services network.
Advantages on offer
Full-time fixed-term position from 4 January **** to 4 January ****
Remote allowance of $2.00 per hour (included in above hourly rate)
Staff housing available – 2-bedroom house
$***** per hour Regional Locality Allowance*
Relocation assistance*
Additional housing options may be considered depending on family size
4 weeks' annual leave plus 2 weeks off over the festive season
Subsidised childcare
Uniforms provided
Career development and advancement opportunities
Online inductions and ongoing career development




Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family
*conditions apply
Selection Criteria
Minimum 4 years' experience within early childhood education and care
Demonstrated leadership experience within early childhood education
Strong knowledge of EYLF, NQS and MTOP
Experience leading, mentoring and supporting teams
Experience with service operations, compliance and quality improvement
Experience contributing to Assessment and Rating
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Strong organisational and leadership skills
Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, staff and community
Commitment to children's rights and high-quality outcomes
Understanding of remote communities and an ability to work respectfully within a culturally diverse community
Genuine interest in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and communities
Requirements
Eligible to work in Australia and willing to relocate to Pannawonica
Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education (ACECQA approved)
Current WA Working with Children Check
Satisfactory National Police Clearance
Current First Aid and CPR
Relevant leadership experience
Ability to fulfil the responsibilities of Nominated Supervisor and Responsible Person
Ability to undertake Educational Leader, WHS and First Aid Officer responsibilities as required
If you're an experienced early childhood leader looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
For more information or to request a copy of the position description, call ******** or email @onetree.org.au.
One Tree, the place to be
Our organisation is committed to child safety. We have zero tolerance for any kind of child abuse.
One Tree Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer supporting diversity in the workplace, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
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