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Apple Blossoms Mooroopna is a 69-place service on the road to change, looking for a strong, dynamic leader to support our Early Learning Community in thriving and reaching its true potential. The role requires an experienced and innovative leader who can engage, inspire, and effect long-term positive change. You will be supported by a responsive and dynamic leadership team throughout this journey.
We are seeking a highly motivated Director to join our well-established team. We aim to nurture a strong, responsive, and respectful team culture. Our service is a Reggio-inspired hidden gem in Mooroopna, a natural haven for children to be celebrated and supported through play-based curriculums to reach their unlimited potential.
Our well-established centre is awaiting the right Centre Director to make it their own! This is a rare opportunity for a strong leader to join our team.
What we can offer you:
* 30% off out-of-pocket childcare fees
* Free annual first aid, asthma, and anaphylaxis certification
* An established centre with passionate Educators
* An established Educational Leader and Administrative Assistant
* Leading indoor and outdoor learning environments
* The support to nurture and build strong pedagogical practice
* Professional development and leadership programs
* Friendly and supportive Management and Head Office teams
In your new role you will:
* Manage the day-to-day operations of the centre in line with legislative requirements, and company policies and procedures
* Provide leadership, mentoring, and guidance to all staff
* Ensure high-quality early learning programs are delivered by our passionate team of Educators
* Manage staffing rosters efficiently
* Effectively manage the financial requirements of the centre in line with budget guidelines
* Ensure high standards for centre presentation and work practices are maintained
* Build and maintain strong relationships with children, families, Educators, the local community, and stakeholders
* Attract, convert, and retain families by managing tours, enrolments, and orientations with our Enrolments Team
A little about you:
* Early Childhood Teaching Degree as approved by ACECQA preferred, but not essential (experienced Diploma/Advanced Diploma applicants encouraged)
* Minimum 5 years experience as a Centre Director in early childhood
* Current approved first aid, CPR, anaphylaxis, and asthma qualifications
* Current Working with Children Check and Police Check
* Extensive understanding of VEYLDF, NQS, and QIP
* Knowledge of CCS and Kangarootime (training provided)
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Ability to lead and mentor a team of early childhood professionals
* Willingness to undertake ongoing professional development for Educators
* Critical thinking and reflective practice skills
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Your application will include the following questions:
* Which statement best describes your right to work in Australia?
* How many years' experience do you have as a centre director?
* Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
* Do you have a current Police Check?
* Do you have professional child care experience?
* Do you have experience in administration?
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