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Early childhood director

Canberra
One Tree Community Services Inc
Posted: 14 February
Offer description

Position

Director

Location

Kowanyama, Queensland 4892

Salary Range

$115,936.21 – $119,981.47 (inclusive of all allowances/loadings & Worker Retention Payment), plus super.

About the Position

As the Director, you will lead, inspire and mentor educators to ensure the service is providing high‐quality early childhood education in a remote Aboriginal community. You will oversee the operations of the centre, support and warmly welcome children and families, and act as the nominated supervisor and educational leader. Your ability to recognise and develop the strengths of children and the team, and your commitment to the One Tree Community Service's spirit, purpose and values, will be key to your success.

Responsibilities

* Lead, inspire and mentor educators to deliver high‐quality early childhood education.
* Oversee centre operations, including staff and family engagement.
* Act as nominated supervisor and educational leader.
* Foster a culture that meets the organisation's code of ethics and policies.

Selection Criteria

* Exceptional organisational skills including time management, scheduling and resource coordination.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
* Commitment to comply with the organisation's code of ethics, vision, policies and to support its culture.
* Experience building successful relationships with staff, families and the community.
* Experience managing staff, including performance management, recruitment and appraisals.
* A commitment to continuous improvement and efficiency in service delivery.
* Knowledge of relevant state and Commonwealth laws and regulations.

Benefits

* Above‐award hourly rate.
* Remote allowance: $3.55 extra per hour.
* 4 weeks' annual leave plus 2 weeks during the festive season.
* Relocation allowance up to $3,000.
* Furnished shared house available.
* 1 free flight per quarter after probation (Kowanyama to Cairns and return).
* Uniforms provided.
* Rewards for each year spent at One Tree.
* Online inductions and professional development sessions.
* Access to the Employee Assistance Program.
* $5,000 sign‐on bonus and $5,000 retention bonus (after 12 months of continuous employment).

Qualifications / Requirements

* Eligible to work in Australia and willing to relocate to Kowanyama.
* Diploma in early childhood or ACECQA approved equivalent.
* Current Queensland Working with Children Check.
* Satisfactory National Police Clearance.
* Valid driver's licence.
* First Aid & CPR certificates or willingness to obtain them.

What You Need to Do

* Update your resume and click on the "Apply" button.
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Contact

For more information or to request a copy of the position description, call or email us at (08) 6250 4103 or recruitment@onetree.org.au.

Website: www.onetree.org.au

We encourage a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we work with. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply. Our organisation is committed to child safety and has zero tolerance for any kind of child abuse.

About One Tree

One Tree is a registered training organisation (RTO) with extensive experience in early education and care and community services, focused on supporting individuals, families and vulnerable communities in remote Aboriginal communities.

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