Director - Early Education Centre (Non-Teaching)

Director - Early Education Centre (non-teaching)

Reference Number:
S100-24-1099

Closing Date:
09-07-2024

Employment Type:
Permanent Full Time

• $98,256 to $112,995 per annum, plus 11.5% super and annual salary increases.
• Permanent full-time, 35 hours per week, with potential of a flexible 9-day fortnight.
• Additional leave entitlements.
• Positive team culture and professional development opportunities.
• Community focused, not for profit, values driven service.
• Close to public transport.

Working for Waverley Council you'll be part of a friendly and supportive team environment which offers ongoing coaching, competitive above award rates, flexible work options, access to wellbeing programs such as our Employee Assistance Program and other benefits unique to the sector.

Our early childhood services are community focused and well established. Since the 1970s, Council has had a strong and unique involvement in services for children and families. Council runs high quality services including four Early Education Centres, a Family Day Care Service, and a Family Support Program.

Waverley Council is currently looking for an exceptional Director who is experienced, professional and friendly to lead our Waverley Early Education Centre. The position will involve:

• Leadership with a passion to mentor and support a collaborative team to deliver a high-quality innovative early education and care program for children 0-5 years.
• Manage centre performance and enrolments to actively attract and retain families and children, with the ability to build strong relationships.
• Advocate for the rights of children to support inclusive practices and diversity.
• Lead compliance and implementation of regulatory requirements and to review and follow policies and procedures, including having an excellent understanding of child protection guidelines and child safe standards.
• Communication skills that support building relationships with children, families, community, and positive performance and professional outcomes of team members.
• Demonstrated familiarity and strong commitment to the National Quality Framework and Early Years Learning Framework, to lead continuous improvement.

The ideal applicant will be a dedicated professional, who is enthusiastic and reliable, willing to learn and grow in a well-supported environment.

You will have:

• Degree in Early Childhood as approved by the NSW Department of Education.
• Demonstrated Early Childhood Director and Teaching experience, 3 years minimum.
• Management skills including leadership, team building and team development.
• Excellent knowledge of federal and state regulations, guidelines and policies relating to Early Education and Care.
• Eligibility and willingness to apply for Nominated Supervisor, in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• NSW Working with Children Check, and Police Check.
• Current First Aid, CPR and Child Protection qualification.
• Two doses of approved COVID-19 vaccination, with the willingness to comply with additional health requirements (including booster vaccination)

For more information on the Waverley Early Education Centre, please click on the link below:

Waverley is a diverse and innovative Council located in the heart of Sydney's Eastern Suburbs. With a broad range of services, programs and initiatives, Waverley is one of the leading local government areas in NSW. Taking in some of Sydney's most beautiful beaches including the world famous Bondi Beach and encompassing part of Sydney's global economic corridor at Bondi Junction, Waverley Council is an amazing place to broaden your career.

Waverley Council is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all candidates. We encourage applications from people from diverse groups, including, but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people;
people from culturally diverse backgrounds;
young people;
older workers;
people with disabilities;
LGBTQIA+;
and other minority groups. If you require accommodations or assistance during the application process, please don't hesitate to reach out to our Human Resources team at

Please refer to the position description for detailed information on the position and required skills and experience. For more information contact Michelle Carrick on .

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