Little Zak's Academy is privately owned and family run. Our aim is to provide early childhood care and education in a safe, welcoming, adopting and nurturing environment.

Our staff are dedicated professionals who value the importance of maintaining an optimum level of care and education for all children. We select our staff based on knowledge and values, vision for children and learning, and commitment to families.

With the launch of our brand-new, 94-place centre in Elizabeth Downs, set to open in July 2025, we are seeking passionate and experienced Assistant Director (2IC) & Educational Leader, Room Leaders, and Early Childhood Educators to be part of this exciting new chapter!

This is a unique opportunity to establish and grow a centre from the ground up, supported by an experienced leadership team and a well-established support office.

About the role:

• 2IC (Assistant Director) & Educational Leader – Support the Centre Director in daily operations, mentor staff, and maintain strong relationships with families. Drive the development and implementation of high-quality educational programs, mentoring and supporting educators to enhance learning outcomes.
• Room Leaders – Guide and inspire your team while overseeing the implementation of engaging educational programs.
• Early Childhood Educators – Facilitate learning experiences, build meaningful relationships with children and families, and contribute to a collaborative teaching environment.

About you:

• Certificate III/Diploma/Teaching Degree in Early Childhood Education & Care (or ACECQA approved)
• Current Working with Children Check
• Working knowledge of the National Quality Framework including: National Regulations, National Quality Standards (NQS), Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
• Nurture authentic connections with our children and families through interaction, curriculum and documentation
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Benefits for you:

• Rotating rosters to support a great work/life balance
• Competitive above-award remuneration
• Up to $1,500 annual bonus (depending on your qualification)
• 50% staff childcare discounts for your own children
• A paid day off on your birthday & a well-being day (on top of your annual leave)
• $1,000 staff referral bonus for every successful referral
• Continuous career development opportunities and Future Leaders Program
• Study allowances to upskill your qualification including ECT degrees (T&Cs apply)
• Travel Allowances (T&Cs apply)
• Mentoring from our values-driven Leadership Team and full support from a well-established Support Office
• Employee Assistance Program

We are dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of children by implementing a comprehensive screening and interview process, conducting thorough candidate reference checks, and other checks to foster a child-safe organisational culture.

We are an equal opportunity workplace where diversity is embraced. We foster a culture that supports inclusion and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Do not miss out on this great opportunity! If this sounds like you then, please click ‘APPLY NOW’ or call our Recruitment Team on (02) 8036 8390 for more information.