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We are a small, family-oriented private company, proud of our long history in early learning. Extending beyond 30 years, we focus on embedding a culture of collaborative professional learning and on developing strong partnerships with the local community, including local schools, allied health professionals, and registered professional training organisations. Our Centre in Prospect is very established with long-standing team members who have built reciprocal relationships with families in the local community.ABOUT THE ROLEWe are looking to fill a key leadership role, as the Assistant Director at our beautiful, purpose-built 120-place Long Day Care Centre in Prospect. The Assistant Director supports the Centre Director in the effective day-to-day management of the service, ensuring high-quality education and care, regulatory compliance and a positive workplace culture. This role is ideal for a confident leader who is passionate about mentoring teams, supporting families and driving continuous improvement.TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIESUndertaking tasks to support the Centre operationally and maintain viabilityCompleting compliance duties to ensure that practices are always of high qualityParticipating in the Quality Improvement Framework, ensuring that you contribute to the QIP by documenting evidence reflecting standardsWhen required, completing rosters and effectively managing staffing arrangementsParticipating in our Community Engagement Program to build relationships with the local communityContributing to our Communities of Practice Professional Learning Program by reflecting on improvement goals and reporting on progress in exceeding practiceEngaging in critical reflective practice and documenting leadership decisionsWorking collaboratively with your Director and Portfolio Leader, and acting on directives to make service improvementsSupporting the planning and implementation of the daily learning programs for children, ensuring that documentation is up to date and reflected on our digital platformsEngaging in daily administrative duties, ensuring that practices, policies and systems are maintained atReflecting on your performance and participating in probationary processes, including setting SMART goals/strategies and engaging in AppraisalsAct as the Responsible Person in the absence of the DirectorLead, motivate and mentor educators to foster a positive, professional team cultureSupport staff performance, wellbeing and professional developmentWork collaboratively with the Educational Leader to support high-quality pedagogyModel best practice in child-centred, inclusive and reflective teachingSupport compliance with the National Quality Framework, regulations and service policiesSupport preparation for assessment and rating visitsEnsure child safety, wellbeing and supervision practices are embedded at all timesBuild strong, respectful partnerships with familiesSupport enrolments, orientations and ongoing family communicationHandle day-to-day queries and concerns in a professional and timely mannerUndertake the rostering, staffing ratios and attendance managementAssist with centre administration, documentation and reportingSupport onboarding and induction of new staffAssist with workplace health and safety practicesWHY JOIN OUR PAISLEY PARK FAMILYAt Paisley Park, we believe our Educators are our greatest asset. We provide each of our team members with the optimal environment to further develop their professional learning skills. We are well known for forging community connections, particularly with our local schools. As an Educator and Leader at Paisley Park, you will be respected for your individuality and will be provided with a supportive environment that helps you thrive and grow in your career.In addition to being part of a dynamic team, we provide:A state-of-the-art, purpose-designed facilityExcellent professional growth potentialSignificant discounts for employees needing childcare for their own childrenSupportive and friendly management and colleaguesOn-site (during working hours) professional developmentTime off the floor for task planning and resourcingBonus rewards and incentives for salaried employeesA custom-designed uniformFree onsite parkingPlease note that we will not be recruiting candidates who require sponsorship.QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTSCompleted childcare qualifications such as a Diploma in Children''s Services or an Early Childhood Degree.Graduate Diploma qualified applicants must have at least 3 years of experience working directly with children in an Australian Early Learning Centre.Completed Child Protection, Anaphylaxis, Asthma, Senior First Aid and Red Nose training.Understand Child Safe Standards, Curriculum Frameworks and National Quality Standards.Demonstrated leadership characteristics to support a dynamic staffing team effectively.Demonstrated evidence in understanding curriculum frameworks, and the ability to mentor Educator practice.Experience in managing relationships in and outside of the Centre.Be solution-driven, positive and able to work with people from various backgrounds and learning levels.Demonstrate positivity and have excellent social skills.Have excellent spoken and written English capability.Be professionally presented at all times and be willing to abide by our uniform policy.Be reliable and can work independently.Have a current Working with Children Check (not volunteer).Be willing to attend an in-person interview and provide up-to-date reference check details relevant to the role.If you feel that you are the right fit for this job, please consider applying with the SEEK ''QUICK APPLY'' button above. We sincerely hope to hear from you and look forward to reviewing your application.Unlock job insightsYour 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 an Assistant Director?Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the National Quality Framework?Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?How would you rate your English language skills?Do you have experience preparing work rosters?How many years'' experience do you have as a Childcare Diploma Educator?Have you completed a qualification in teaching?#J-18808-Ljbffr