Our beautiful 112 place **Scarborough**service is looking for a passionate and dedicated Assistant Manager/Lead Educator to join our team. We are inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy and are passionate about delivering contemporary educational practices for our children, educators, and families.
As an integral leader in our nest, you will have the opportunity to work alongside a dedicated team in delivering both high quality education and care as well as exceptional customer service for our children, families and community.
The Assistant Manager role is a unique leadership opportunity, as we introduce this for the first time within our Nido services. You will be able to have influence on how this role is shaped, working with our existing leadership triangle consisting of a Service Manager, Curriculum Leader and Service Administrator. The successful applicant will split their week in both a contact and non-contact capacity to provide in the moment coaching to the team, as well as managerial support to the leadership team ensuring smooth operation of the service.
This collaborative approach ensures that we all work together to deliver excellent educational practices to our children while creating an environment where you will rise and flourish.
**ABOUT THE SERVICE**:
- 112 place triple story service, walking distance to the beach
- Caters for children from 6 weeks to five years old across 6 rooms and 3 stunning outdoor play areas as well as a unique atelier.
- Strong management team to couch and guide you through your career
- Utilise the Story Park platform, enriching our communication with families about their child's development and fostering a sense of active participation.
- Opening hours - 6:30am-630pm - Monday-Friday
**BENEFITS**:
- Lead and impact the change of our future leadership teams
- Flexible shift arrangements could be arranged
- Childcare discount for your own children
- Leading in the toddler room
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - Telus Health
- Continuous learning and professional development through online learning platform
- Free ECA Membership
- Separate staff/planning room
- Staff birthday celebrations within the service
- Team building events + paid staff meeting
- Free flu shot available (optional)
- Onsite parking available
- Access to ECA Learning Modules - gift of learning
- Discounted Bupa Membership
**ABOUT YOU**:
- Hold a Bachelor of Education, Diploma in Early Childhood or equivalent or working towards (essential)
- In-depth experience in leading a team within a childcare service
- Strong communication and time-management skills
- A valid Working with Children Check or willing to obtain
- Current First Aid Certificate or willing to obtain
- Contribute to exceeding outcomes for children and Educators
***A note from the Nido family**:
- It's a privilege to be part of the village, where every day I'm supported and encouraged to show up as my best self, which helps me grow as an educator. _
Bec - Nido Team Member
**HOW TO APPLY**:
- Nido Early School employees are committed to keeping children safe and following all child safety guidelines._