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Take the next step in your career with Guardian. As an Assistant Director, you'll broaden your skills, lead teams, and play a key role in shaping the best early childhood experiences for children.
Overview
As an Assistant Director, you'll broaden your skills, lead teams, and play a key role in shaping the best early childhood experiences for children.
What We're Looking For
* Diploma in Children's Services or higher (or working towards it)
* Leadership or management experience in a long day-care centre
* Practical knowledge of NQF, EYLF, and Child Safe standards
* Budget and financial accountability experience
* Current Working with Children Check
* Full-time availability with rotating shifts
Why This Role Is Exciting
* Lead and inspire educators in a safe, engaging environment where children are encouraged to be brave, curious, and imaginative
* Build meaningful connections with families and make a real impact in your community
* Shape the culture of quality, safety, and innovation that sets Guardian apart
* Develop leadership and business skills while supporting the growth and success of your centre
Why join Guardian?
* Exceptional professional development, mentoring, and career progression opportunities
* Collaborate with educators to innovate programs and share best practice
* Influence resourcing and the learning environment for children
* Competitive salary and benefits, including childcare discounts, recognition programs, WHEREFIT perks, and the Guardian Degree program
About The Centre
Guardian Point Cook South is a light-filled, newly refurbished centre designed to spark curiosity. Outdoor areas feature vegetable gardens, fruit trees, mud pits, a wooden tepee, natural play structures, and age-specific play zones. Conveniently located for families in Point Cook and nearby suburbs, Guardian Point Cook South is where children thrive, educators grow, and families feel at home.
Apply now — So, what are you waiting for? Take the leap and apply now to join Guardian Childcare & Education.
Equal Opportunity and Commitment
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.
Note: We rigorously screen all potential team members to meet high standards and may include security checks as part of the application process.
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