Port Pirie Child Care Centre Inc. is a community-based, not-for-profit early childhood education and care service seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Assistant Director to join our team.

We are looking for a passionate and motivated early childhood professional who is committed to providing high-quality education and care, supporting educators and contributing to the ongoing development of our Centre.

Working alongside the Director, the successful applicant will play an important role in the day-to-day operations of the Centre, supporting staff, maintaining regulatory compliance and promoting a positive, inclusive and collaborative workplace culture.

Essential Criteria

- Minimum Diploma qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care, or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA).
- Solid understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF V2.0), National Quality Framework (NQF) and National Quality Standard (NQS).
- Thorough understanding of the Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations, with the ability to apply these in daily practice.
- Current South Australian Working with Children Check (WWCC).
- Current approved child protection training, including Safe Environments for Children and Young People (Through Their Eyes), and any other mandatory child safety training applicable to the role.
- Current approved First Aid qualification, including CPR, anaphylaxis and asthma management.
- Experience in educational leadership, staff supervision, mentoring and supporting educators in their career development.
- Knowledge and experience of the Assessment and Rating process and continuous quality improvement.
- Strong organisational, administrative and time-management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.




- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, families, educators and the Management Committee.
- Ability to support the Director with daily operations, staffing, regulatory compliance and administrative responsibilities.
- Confidence and capability to undertake the responsibilities of the Director in their absence.
- A genuine passion for early childhood education, inclusive practice and providing high-quality outcomes for children and families.

Desirable Criteria

- Previous experience in an Assistant Director, Room Leader, Educational Leader or similar leadership role.
- Experience with staff rostering, administrative duties and financial management.
- Knowledge of Child Care Subsidy (CCS) requirements and associated administrative processes.
- Experience using Xplor or similar childcare management software.
- Experience contributing to Quality Improvement Plans (QIP), policy development and continuous improvement initiatives.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit a cover letter addressing the selection criteria, your current resume and copies of relevant qualifications and certificates. Applications can be submitted to:

Chairperson

Port Pirie Child Care Centre Inc.

First Street

Port Pirie SA 5540

Email: [email protected]

Please note: Applications submitted directly through SEEK will not be monitored. Only applications submitted to the Chairperson and Management Committee via the postal or email details provided above will be considered.

Applications close: [Insert closing date]

For further information, please contact the Centre on (08) 8632 5499 8632 5499).

Port Pirie Child Care Centre Inc. is committed to providing a protected, inclusive and supportive environment for all children, families and educators. We are dedicated to child safety and promoting the rights and wellbeing of every child.

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