Description: At Green Leaves Early Learning Centres, we take pride in building innovative and sustainable learning environments in our state-of-the-art, purpose-built centres.
Our small, boutique centre caters for just 54 children and is located on a quiet and peaceful street in Ashgrove.
The centre’s location has allowed us the opportunity to pay homage to this character architecture and develop an extension to the existing Queenslander to create Green Leaves Early Learning Ashgrove Cottage.
The Assistant Director is a crucial part of our Leadership team in supporting the Centre Director in the day-to-day operations and successful running of the Centre. The Assistant Director works to support the team in the development and delivery of high-quality education and care, and actively mentors and develops the broader team.
Our service will foster positive and beneficial relationships within, and in the community. On a weekly basis, we will offer all-inclusive extra-curricular activities and in-house culinary classes run by our Chef and Kitchen Hand.
We foster a harmonious relationship with our people - we value your professionalism and passion with rewarding loyalty and achievements.
Please note that we are looking for someone with the flexibility to work between Monday and Friday for this role.
Skills and Experiences: Essential Qualifications/Experience/Skills:
- Diploma in Children’s Services or equivalent, or Early Childhood Teaching
- qualification
- Current Senior First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis, and Asthma certificates
- State-relevant Working with Children Check, Blue Card, or Safety Screening
- Current Child Protection Training
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized with proven experience juggling a wide range of demands and
- priorities, and managing time effectively.
Desirable:
- Previous experience as an Assistant Director or Lead Educator
- Knowledge and experience with Qikkids and Story Park (or similar equivalent
- platforms)
- Skilled in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Facebook.