Be Extraordinary with Guardian
At Guardian, we're rewriting the playbook for early childhood education. We're seeking passionate individuals like you to become an Assistant Director in
Guardian Mulgrave
and join our innovative team. It's time to take your passion, skills, and experience to new heights and be part of something extraordinary.
As an
Assistant Director
, you have the power to create safe and secure environments where young children thrive. You'll guide and nurture our dedicated teams to deliver best practice programs that truly make a difference. This is your chance to expand your knowledge, ignite curiosity, and shape the future of early childhood education in Australia.
Why You'll Love Working With Us
* Career Growth: Ongoing coaching, mentoring & leadership pathways.
* Team Spirit: Collaborate, share, & learn in a supportive, values-driven culture.
* Inspiring Environments: Purpose-built centres that spark imagination and play.
* Perks & Benefits: Above award pay, childcare discounts and wellness rewards like WHEREFIT and paid first aid training.
Centre Highlights
* Proud to be an 'Exceeding' Rated centre
* 80 places centre with an award-winning rooftop garden with edible plants, a sandpit, and water-play features.
* Engaging indoor spaces filled with quality resources for each age group
* Flying Start to School, our leading government-funded kindergarten program, preparing children for the big step to school.
* Very supportive hands on team - great team culture
* Experienced Centre Manager to offer ongoing support and mentoring
What We're Looking For:
* Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood (or studying towards it)
* Leadership experience in a long day-care setting
* Strong knowledge of NQF & EYLF
* Valid First Aid and Working with Children Check
Ready to lead, inspire, and make a difference?
Apply now
and take your career to the next level at Guardian.
Guardian Childcare & Education values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress.
We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.
At Guardian Childcare & Education, children's safety and wellbeing are our top priority. We have zero tolerance for any form of abuse or harm. We rigorously screen all potential team members, requiring a 10-year verifiable resume, 5 years of direct manager references, and other security checks to ensure they meet our high standards.
* for those who have not been in employment that long, these expectations will be adjusted.