Our early learning school is looking for a new School Director

The Akidamy School of Early Learning – Perth was established in 2018 and is now recognised as one of Perth's premier early childhood education services. We are seeking a passionate and experienced leader in early childhood education to lead our school and long standing team.

As our new School Director, you will guide and mentor a talented team of experienced Early Childhood Teachers (ECT), educators, and faculty members, fostering an environment of excellence in early childhood education. Our organisational culture is crucial to how we operate as a team, reinforcing our curriculum and daily operations.

This is a strictly full-time position. Part-time arrangements and nine-day fortnights will not be considered.

Benefits of Joining The Akidamy:

- Attractive remuneration package (salary dependent on experience, leadership skills and qualifications
- Annual salary from $116,500 + super (inclusive of Worker Retention Payment and Directors Allowance)
- Work in a beautiful, purpose-built environment (small children groups) with ample resources, including an atelier.
- Enjoy nutritious vegetarian daily meals and snacks prepared by our in-house chef.
- Professional development funds, and discounted childcare fees.
- Additional benefits include financial incentives for eco-friendly commutes.

About Us:

Our distinctive boutique setting and robust community connections enable us to provide an exceptional learning experience. We embrace the Reggio Emilia philosophy and the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF),



and we take pride in our longstanding membership in the Reggio Emilia Australia Information Exchange (REAIE) Network Group in Western Australia- even previously hosting a meeting.

In addition to our Reggio Emilia approach, we thoughtfully incorporate principles of RIE and Pikler into our curriculum. Our diverse and comprehensive offerings include art, music, mindfulness, Italian language, and sign language, tailored to enrich each child's educational journey.

What sets us apart is our carefully structured staffing model. Each classrooms learning is taught by a qualified ECT and supported by an experienced Studio Lead who manages daily operations and care. Our dedicated Educational Leader (Pedagogista), Art Teacher (Atelierista), and Italian language instructor further enhance our programmes, ensuring a rich learning environment. We are fortunate to collaborate with outside specialists, including occupational therapists and sign language facilitators, to support child development and further our educational mission.

Many of our team across the organisation have been with us for 3 to 5 years or more and 9 in 10 Akidamy parents say we exceed their expectations (Akidamy parent survey 2025–26).

Role Purpose of School Director:

Key responsibilities include overseeing school operations, ensuring safety,



directing educational programmes, managing administration, engaging in strategic planning, providing exceptional customer service, supporting child development, and achieving financial KPIs and budgetary goals.

The role will primarily focus on managing the day-to-day operations, educational excellence and team leadership of our Perth school, while also providing leadership and oversight to our Fremantle school during its establishment and growth phase.

Fremantle has a capable team and a Head of Studios in place, with your role being to guide, mentor and support the team, provide strategic leadership and ensure consistent standards of care, education and operational excellence across both schools. Time will be divided between the two locations as required, until enrolment growth supports the appointment of a dedicated full-time Director at Fremantle.

The Director must establish systems and processes for effective programme implementation and staff development, working with the Educational Leader to ensure superior customer service and secure, high-quality learning environments. This role demands a dynamic leader who balances operational management with a strategic vision to drive growth and excellence.

What We’re Looking for:

- Demonstrated extensive experience in educational and strategic leadership, particularly in roles such as Childcare Director, or a highly experienced Educational Leader of an Early Learning School.
- Has a degree in early childhood teaching (or a higher level) or a diploma in early ch

📌 School Director (Fremantle)
🏢 The Akidamy School of Early Learning - Perth
📍 Fremantle