Assistant Centre Manager - Educational Leader | BurwoodJourney Early Learning is seeking an enthusiastic, passionate, and experienced Assistant Centre Manager - Educational Leader to join our Burwood team.
In this combined leadership role, you'll play a crucial part in delivering the highest quality care and education for children, while supporting and mentoring both our educators and the broader team to foster a positive, dynamic learning environment.This position is a 12 month Maternity Leave cover, Monday to Friday 38 hours per week.Centre Overview:Journey Early Learning Burwood is our perfectly located centre, catering for up to 132 children between the ages of six weeks and six years old.
With over 30 different cultures across the centre, Burwood is a place where every child, family and educator feels a strong sense of belonging.Our centre has been designed to bring out the explorer in you, with two large, covered play spaces, water play, and large open plan rooms filled with resources to spark curiosity in every child.About the RoleAs the Assistant Centre Manager & Educational Leader, your primary responsibility will be to support the Centre Manager while also taking charge of the educational direction of the centre.
In this role, you will use your leadership skills to ensure the smooth operation of the centre, maintain high-quality educational practices, and support the professional development of educators.
You will also step into the Centre Manager role when required, ensuring continuity and consistency for both the children and their families.Your key responsibilities will include:Operational Responsibilities:Ensure high health and safety standards are maintained at all times.Collaborate with the Centre Manager and Administrator to manage the day-to-day operations of the centre.Oversee occupancy, ratio management, and operational expenses.Work with the Enrolments Team and conduct onsite tours.Coordinate events, fostering engagement with families and the community.Manage rosters and social media to support centre operations.Develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.Educational Leadership Responsibilities:Lead and inspire a team of educators to deliver high-quality care and education to all children.Utilise your expertise in Storypark to ensure children's learning is documented in a professional and high-quality manner.Collaborate with the team to ensure best practices are consistently embedded across the service.Establish and nurture inclusive relationships with children, helping them achieve quality learning and developmental outcomes.Support families, maintaining open and honest communication about expectations and needs.Assist in ensuring compliance with the National Quality Standards (NQS) and other regulatory requirements.Support the inclusion of all children's learning abilities and ensure their needs are met.About YouAs a passionate educator and leader, you thrive in environments where you can both inspire and mentor others.
Your ability to balance both the operational and educational aspects of the role will ensure success in this dual capacity.Key skills and requirements include:ACECQA-approved Diploma in Children's Services or Bachelor's Degree in Early Education.Proven leadership experience, ideally as an Assistant Centre Manager or in a similar leadership role.Demonstrated ability to create and implement a high-quality education program.Strong understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS).A passion for children's development and safety.Ability to lead and mentor educators, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities.Current First Aid, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis Certificates.A valid Working with Children Check.What we offer10% Educator Wage Retention Grant.80% off Childcare Discounts.Anniversary Gifts to recognise you.Paid Birthday Leave.Mental Health First Aid.Employee Assistance Program.Access to retail/lifestyle discounts.Excursions - we encourage all services to engage with the community through excursions.If you believe you have the skills and experience to be part of our team's success – apply now!Join us at Journey Early Learning…where it all begins.
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