Add expected salary to your profile for insightsJourney Early Learning is seeking an enthusiastic, passionate, and experienced Assistant Centre Manager to lead Journey Early Learning | North Mackay on the path to exceeding.North Mackay is a comfortable and homely 74-place centre that offers a warm and welcoming environment for all who enter. With a team of dedicated and experienced educators, many of whom have been with us for years, we are proud to provide a family-oriented service where children feel safe, valued, and inspired to thrive.We pride ourselves on working together as a team, alongside our families, to build strong, supportive community connections that foster the social and emotional development of each child.We look forward to welcoming you to the North Mackay Journey Family.What we offer :80% off Childcare DiscountsAnniversary Gifts to recognise youMental Health First AidEmployee Assistance ProgramAccess to retail / lifestyle discountsCleaning - all centres are regularly and frequently cleaned by industry-leading cleanerExcursions - we encourage all services to engage with the community through excursionsWhat’s the role?In partnership with your Centre Leadership Team, you will lead your team on the path to Exceeding through your practices and partnerships. In return, you will be joining a company that recognises you and your experience and empowers you in your new role.We are genuinely committed to investing in our people. We will offer you the tools, training and support needed in your new role.Your main responsibilities will include :Bringing the Journey Values of connection, communication, and consideration to life and reflecting this in everyday practice.Ability to adhere to Journey’s child safe policy and code of conductWorking collaboratively with the enrolments team to ensure that all enquires are addressed appropriately and positively.Developing and maintaining strong, respectful, and reciprocal relationships with all families to ensure they feel a sense of belonging and connection to the centre.Developing strong community relationships and in turn, a strong community profileEnsuring policies and procedures are available, implemented, evaluated, and reviewed in conjunction with all team members on a regular basisEnsuring that your centre always demonstrates exceeding levels of practice as outlined in the National Quality Standard.Advocating for the rights of every child and coordinating the implementation and evaluation of quality programs that support the development of all children.Being accountable for all aspects of the business, including a budget, wages, rostering, occupancy, debt management, etc.Who are you?You are an experienced leader within the Early Childhood Education and Care sector with a strong understanding of compliance, team leadership, and demonstrating exceeding levels of practice.Your role will encompass all aspects of the daily management of your new centre. You will lead your inspired and inclusive team to follow all aspects of the Nationally Quality Framework and continue your learning journey.Key skills and requirements :A demonstrated commitment to providing a safe, caring, non-judgmental and supportive environment for all children and their familiesA demonstrated ability to adhere to and understand the ECA code of Ethics and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the ChildDemonstrated understanding of appropriate behaviours while engaging with childrenDemonstrated experience working in a leadership roleACECQA-approved Diploma in Children’s Services or bachelor’s degree (Early Education)Current Valid Working with Children CheckCurrent First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis CertificatesSo, if this opportunity resonates with you and you believe you can contribute to the team’s success in this role – apply now!Join us at Journey Early Learning…where it all begins.Journey Early Learning promotes the safety, well-being, and inclusion of all children, including those with a disability, from culturally or linguistically diverse backgrounds. We are committed to all children's safety, participation, and empowerment.
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