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Child Care Centre Director


Company : Northern Area Community and Youth Services Inc


Location : Adelaide, South Australia


Created : 2025-06-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Add expected salary to your profile for insightsNACYS- Child Care Centre Director Exciting opportunity to make a differenceNorthern Area Community & Youth Services Inc. (NACYS) is a not for profit, secular, community-based organisation that has been serving the community of the Northern suburbs of Adelaide since 1981. NACYS Child Care Centre provides long day care and OSHC services.NACYS plays a very important role in the community as the Backbone organization for the The Children in the North Alliance (CiTN). The CiTN is a collaboration with communities, government agencies, and service providers to drive meaningful change to improve outcomes for children and young people in the Northern Suburbs.We are looking for a dynamic, highly motivated, self-reflective Director with a strong sense of social justice and the ability to think big picture, to lead our team of enthusiastic educators in making a positive difference in the crucial early years of children within the local community.You will be passionate about pedagogy and curriculum planning and experienced in developing respectful relationships with children, their families and multidisciplinary professionals in leading a team striving for continuous improvement in the provision of quality care and education in a Long Day Care and Out of School Hours Care setting.If this sounds like you - come join our team! What NACYS offers you:A permanent, full-time position with on-site support from professionals within the broader services offered at NACYS.Essential Qualifications & ExperienceMinimum of Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management, relevant Degree as deemed appropriate through ACECQA or Diploma in Childrens ServicesKnowledge of National Law and Regulations, NQS and Learning FrameworksUnderstanding of the Early Childhood reform agendaMinimum 2 years leadership experience and a proven ability to lead, inspire, mentor, and support a dedicated teamPlease contact Claire Taylor (CEO) at [emailprotected] for a copy of the Job Description and Service Philosophy or if you would like further information to assist you in your application cover letter.To apply please submit your cover letter and resume with a minimum of 2 professional referees. Applications close on Friday 13 June 2025.Only applicants that have appropriate Working with Children clearances and full permanent working rights in Australia should apply.NACYS is an equal opportunity employer and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply.How do your skills match this job?How do your skills match this job?Sign in and update your profile to get insights.Your application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years'' experience do you have as a Childcare Centre Director? Have you completed a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care? Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the National Quality Framework? Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the early years learning framework? Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.Researching careers? Find all the information and tips you need on career advice. #J-18808-Ljbffr