
Assistant Director of Early Learning Centre
Portside Christian College
Posted 9 days ago
A new centre. A nurturing community. A chance to lead with purpose.
Are you a passionate Diploma trained early childhood educator with a heart for Christian education?
Portside Christian College’s purpose-built Early Learning Centre is a vibrant, Reggio Emilia inspired space designed to support wonder, discovery, and belonging. With beautifully curated indoor and outdoor environments, the centre is a place where children thrive—and where educators feel supported and valued.
We are a faith-driven team, committed to providing Christ-centred early learning that is inclusive, relational, and responsive to every child’s needs. Our team culture is warm and generous, and we’re looking for an Assistant Director who can lead with care, confidence and collaboration.
You’ll work closely with the Director and Education Leader to support staff, uphold compliance, and contribute to both the educational and operational running of the centre. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about inclusion, loves mentoring others, and is ready to make a lasting impact through faith-led leadership.
Why Join Portside?
A brand-new, architecturally designed centre built for play, calm, and connection
A deeply supportive, Christ-centred team culture
Up to 7 weeks of leave
Ongoing training, mentoring, and a College-wide focus on wellbeing
A purposeful and welcoming workplace where faith and education come together
Your Role Will Include:
Supporting the Director in day-to-day operations and team development
Mentoring and observing educators to foster professional growth
Overseeing rosters, onboarding, enrolments, and inclusion-related admin
Supporting compliance across WHS and College policies
Working alongside Allied Health professionals to implement inclusive practices
Collaborating closely with the Education Leader on pedagogy and curriculum
Contributing to classroom teaching part-time to remain embedded in practice
Please refer to the position description which can be accessed from our website.
About Portside Christian College
Situated at the heart of the New Port Quays redevelopment, we offer an outstanding Early Learning Centre using the Reggio Emilia approach.
Primary and Middle Years focus on excellent basic skills as well as inquiry thinking using the Australian Curriculum. For Senior Students we offer both SACE and a wide range of Certificates through our VET Program and Trade Training Centre.
Our College is known in the community for its positive culture and genuine care and support of learners. Our graduates have successfully completed a wide range of university degrees and trades with personal skills that will last them a lifetime.
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