Portside Christian College – Assistant Director, Early Years
Portside Christian College's purpose-built Early Learning Centre is a vibrant, Reggio Emilia inspired space designed to support wonder, discovery, and belonging. With beautifully curated indoor and outdoor environments, the centre is a place where children thrive—and where educators feel supported and valued.
Are you a passionate Diploma trained early childhood educator with a heart for Christian education?
About Portside
A recent centre. A nurturing community. A chance to lead with purpose. We are a faith‐driven team, committed to providing Christ‐centred early learning that is inclusive, relational, and responsive to every child's needs. Our team culture is warm and generous, and we're looking for an Assistant Director who can lead with care, confidence and collaboration.
Why Join Portside?
* A brand‐current, architecturally designed centre built for play, calm, and connection
* A deeply supportive, Christ‐centred team culture
* Up to 7 weeks of leave
* Ongoing training, mentoring, and a College‐wide focus on wellbeing
* A purposeful and welcoming workplace where faith and education come together
Responsibilities
* Supporting the Director in day‐to‐day operations and team development
* Mentoring and observing educators to foster professional growth
* Overseeing rosters, onboarding, enrolments, and inclusion‐related admin
* Supporting compliance across WHS and College policies
* Working alongside Allied Health professionals to implement inclusive practices
* Collaborating closely with the Education Leader on pedagogy and curriculum
* Contributing to classroom teaching part‐time to remain embedded in practice
Qualifications and Experience
Diploma‐trained early childhood educator. Passion for Christian education. Experience in staff mentoring and operational support preferred.
To apply or for more information, please refer to the position description available on our website.
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