Teaching - Early Childhood (Education & Training) Full time This is a fixed-term role till 30/09/2025.You will be working Monday - Friday 7.6 hours per day with the availability to be flexible on a rotating roster if required. The Team:One Tree Defence Unit The Sunny Child is in Swanbourne and supports Australian Defence Force families. The team is proud of the relationships they form with families, the support they offer parents, and the way they work with the community. If you're friendly, focused, and love working with children in a tight-knit community, you'll love being part of the team here. The Sunny Child opens from 6:30 am to 5:30 pm. The Role:Are you an inspiring leader passionate about shaping the future of early childhood education? The Sunny Child, a 47-place center, proudly serves defense families, and we are seeking a dedicated Director to lead our team and create a nurturing, collaborative environment. In this role, you will have the opportunity to guide both staff and children, fostering a culture of growth, support, and excellence. We are looking for a Director who values teamwork and partnership, with a strong commitment to open communication and a person-centered approach. Your leadership will be essential in building strong, positive relationships with families, children, and the defense community we proudly serve. If you are a visionary leader who thrives on collaboration, embraces challenges, and is eager to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to join us in leading The Sunny Child and ensuring every child's potential is nurtured to the fullest. Completion of a Diploma in Early Childhood Education Current working with children check A passion for early childhood education, a collaborative mindset, and a positive attitude Strong communication skills and a person-centered approach Experience in a similar educator director role Benefits: Professional development Complimentary Uniforms Face-to-face training and mentoring Supportive online induction to help you feel comfortable from day one Professional development tailored to you, including coaching, supervision, online and face-to-face coaching sessions, and additional training If this sounds like you, we would love to get in touch. Please send us a cover letter along with your updated resume and hit the APPLY BUTTON now! Call us on (03) 8311 6203 or click to view our website: for more information. Our organisation is committed to child safety. We have zero tolerance for any kind of child abuse. One Tree is a national not-for-profit offering early childhood education, out of school hours care, community services, registered early childhood training, and professional support. As a team, we're determined to lead, meet the challenge, and work together. That's how we turn challenges into possibilities for children and families, every single day. Our diverse team is 800+ strong and works in all corners of our country. From regional towns to remote communities and cities, we're proud to provide 53 services in the places that need it most. If you're looking to make a difference in your life and the lives of others, then One Tree is the place to be. One Tree is committed to equal opportunity, child safety, and workplace diversity. We encourage a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we work with. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply. Your application will include the following questions: Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? What's your expected annual base salary? How much notice are you required to give your current employer? Have you completed your Diploma of Education - Early Childhood? Do you have access to a vehicle? Do you have experience as a director in an early learning environment? One Tree has extensive experience in early education and care and community services, and provides accredited training as a registered training organisation (RTO). In 2010, One Tree identified the lack of services for children and families in the communities we serve. One Tree decided to extend its scope to focus on community services for individuals, families, children, and vulnerable communities suffering poverty, ill health, homelessness, abuse, isolation, or a lack of services. #J-18808-Ljbffr