THE OPPORTUNITY
Are you an experienced Assistant Director or Educational Leader ready to take the next step in your career? At Edge Early Learning, you'll partner with your Centre Director to lead a high-performing team, inspire quality practice and create exceptional outcomes for children, families and educators.
PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING
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This role is not eligible for employer-sponsored visas.
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On this occasion, we are unable to accept applicants working towards their Diploma qualification, or applicants whose only qualification is a Graduate Diploma or Masters of Teaching without the required experience (see below).
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Applicants must already hold valid Australian working rights.
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Previous leadership experience in a Long Day Care setting is essential.
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You must be available to work opening and/or closing shifts as required.
PERKS & BENEFITS
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Birthday Leave
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Childcare Gap Fee Discounts
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Flare Benefits
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Referral Bonus Scheme
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Uniform Allowance
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Employee Assistance Program (Sonder)
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Edge Excellence Awards
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Professional Development & Leadership Training
ABOUT YOU
You are a confident and approachable leader who enjoys mentoring educators, building strong relationships and delivering high-quality outcomes for children and families.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Support the Centre Director with day-to-day operations.
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Lead the service in the Director's absence.
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Coach and mentor educators.
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Maintain compliance with the National Quality Framework.
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Build strong relationships with families and the community.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications
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Completed Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
OR Graduate Diploma / Masters of Teaching with a minimum 2–3 years’ Educator experience in a long day care setting within Australia -
Leadership experience in Long Day Care.
Certificates & Checks
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Working with Children Check
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First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis
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Relevant Child Safety training
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RRHAN (SA where applicable)
CHILD SAFETY
At Edge Early Learning, children's safety and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating safe, nurturing environments where every child feels valued, heard and protected.
