Leadership Opportunity in Early Learning
This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned early learning professional to take on a leadership role, inspire and motivate a team, and contribute to building a thriving business.
* As the Assistant Director, you will leverage your expertise and leadership skills to drive continuous improvement across all areas of centre operations.
Key Responsibilities:
* Support the Centre Director in leading the team to provide high-quality early learning and care
* Mentor and build capabilities within the centre team
* Be responsible for the overall management of the centre in the Centre Director's absence
* Implement the Goodstart Practice Guide
About the Role:
This well-established, community-connected centre is located in the heart of Caloundra, close to schools, shopping centres, and public transport.
* The centre provides care and education for children aged 15 months to school age, with a team that delivers high-quality play-based learning programs, including a Kindergarten and Pre-Kindergarten program delivered by fully qualified teachers.
* We support and embed the Key Educator Approach, fostering meaningful relationships with children and families.
* The centre has large, natural outdoor play spaces with sandpits, veggie gardens, swings, worm farm, compost bins, and an Indigenous yarning circle used daily for Acknowledgement to Country.
* We value cultural inclusion, community engagement, and intentional teaching of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives.
* Our centre vision is "Together as a family, for children" – a warm, respectful, and inclusive environment for all.
What We Offer:
This opportunity allows you to step into a leadership role that balances operational support, mentoring, and pedagogy – ideal for someone ready to grow into or build upon their leadership journey.