Centre Director of Acacia Early Education and Care Centre

Centre Director – Acacia Early Education and Care Centre

Fantastic opportunity for a passionate and motivated Director or an experienced Assistant Director to provide leadership, vision and guidance to a quality program.

• Do you feel called to make a difference to the quality of life of people of all ages?
• Be part of CS#1’s exciting growth journey – plenty of opportunities to showcase your skills!
• Are you deeply committed to connecting with people and building a stronger community? If so, read on

About the role:

Acacia Early Education and Care, Barton, ACT is seeking a skilled and experienced Director (or experienced Assistant Director ready for progression) to lead our Acacia Team. The centre is licensed for 64 children and provides a happy, friendly environment with excellent care and education through an inclusive play-based curriculum.

• Permanent full time position (76 hours/fortnight) in a 64-place centre in Acacia
• Establish and nurture respectful relationships with children, families and staff
• Support your team to provide engaging learning environments that allow children to think critically and direct their own learning while ensuring the overall health, wellbeing and safety of all children attending the service
• Further develop partnerships with local agencies and community groups
• Ensure that day-to-day operational, financial, human resource and marketing management of the service is conducted in line with organisation policies and procedures
• The successful applicant will fill the role of nominated supervisor, supported by your assistant director/educational leader and the Early Childhood Teacher.

Director requirements:

• Diploma in Early Education and Care (or ACEQA approved equivalent)
• Previous experience as a Director or Assistant Director
• Current ACT Working with Vulnerable People registration
• First aid certificate, and asthma and anaphylaxis certificates
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to guide a team in providing quality early childhood education and care
• Sound knowledge of the Education and Care Services National Law, Education and Care Services National Regulations and the Early Years Learning Framework
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
• Current driver licence and own car (desirable)

Director rewards:

• Children’s Services Award – Children’s Services Employee Level 6
• Base hourly rate from $40.86, commensurate with qualifications.
• Generous salary packaging arrangements that can provide up to $18,550 of your gross pay tax free – for a variety of eligible expense items.
• Portable Long Service Leave
• Free Secure Car Parking
• Online learning management system with access to thousands of courses on professional development, wellbeing and compliance
• Professional development opportunities to take your career to the next level
• Structured performance and 1 on 1 development check ins and secondment opportunities
• Access through our Healthy Me Healthy Us program to a suite of financial, physical, emotional and mental well-being resources such as discounted gym memberships, private health cover and free flu vaccinations
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program

About Community Services #1

Community Services #1 (CS#1) is a profit for purpose organisation, in the ACT and surrounding NSW regions. Our 200+ employees and volunteers make a difference in the daily lives of the people and families we support through our services designed to meet community needs.

We are always on the lookout for talented, passionate and vibrant people who share our vision. We love people who thrive on giving back, who are solution focused, collaborative and truly believe that together we are better.

Come and join us, bring your ideas and determination to make a difference and together we can create positive long-lasting change.

The successful applicant will be a key member of the CS#1 and Children Services leadership groups and will contribute to and enjoy the support of the CEO, Executive Team and CS#1 Program Managers and Service Directors.

If this sounds like you, apply now! Indicate your interest by submitting your resume with a cover letter to CS1Recruitment@communityservices1.org.

For more information about our recruitment process, please call Linda (People and Culture Coordinator) on 02 6126 4736.

For more information about the position, please call Karen Pollard on 02 6126 4701

Community Services #1 acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work. 

We pay our respect to their Elders – past, present and emerging. We recognise their contribution to creating a thriving community through the continuation of cultural, spiritual and educational practices of Australia’s First Peoples.

Our commitment

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging means enabling people to bring their full self to work, promoting a human centred, psychologically healthy, and safe environment underpinned by social justice, diversity, equity, inclusion, and a culture of belonging throughout our employee lifecycle