We're looking for an experienced Assistant Centre Manager/ Educational Leader to join our exceptional Early Childhood service in North Ryde!

• Are you ready to step into a senior leadership role where your influence will truly make a difference?
• Do you thrive on building strong, meaningful relationships whilst at the same time cultivating a positive culture?
• Are you excited to be part of a diverse, committed team, and make a lasting impact on children and families during the early years?

If you're motivated to grow, lead, and inspire others to do the same - this is your opportunity to join a service where your contribution will be genuinely valued and your journey deeply rewarding!

About the Role

As our Assistant Centre Manager and Educational Leader, you will assist in managing the day-to-day operations of the centre and ensure compliance with regulations. Your role also includes mentoring staff, leading the implementation of our educational program and fostering a collaborative environment with Educators, families and the community. You will be pivotal in facilitating professional discussions, monitoring educational programs and overseeing behaviour guidance strategies.

Our Ideal Candidate Will Meet the Following Selection Criteria:

• Inclusive mindset and a consistently positive, team-oriented attitude
• Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Willingness to undertake a hybrid leadership role with flexibility to step off the floor as needed based on operational requirements
• Interest in, passion for, or experience with the RIE approach, along with the commitment to role model and embed this in daily practice
• Confidence to lead and support the implementation of contemporary, evidence-informed pedagogy, as well as innovative, child-centred programming
• Enthusiastic, dependable, and dedicated to achieving excellence in Early Childhood Education, with a growth mindset and a willingness to evolve alongside the service
• Capacity and motivation to build and maintain strong professional relationships and meaningful connections with children, families, colleagues, and the wider community.

Essential Criteria:

• Valid NSW Working With Children Check
• Solid understanding of contemporary child-safe practices
• Available for full-time work, five days per week, across all operational hours of the service
• ACECQA approved Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or a recognised Early Childhood Teaching degree, or working towards, depending on course progress
• Significant proven leadership experience in an Early Childhood setting, ideally as an Educational Leader and/or Assistant Centre Manager, though other leadership roles will also be considered
• Current relevant certifications in First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis as well as Child Protection training (CHCPRT025 - 'Identify and Report Children and Young People at Risk') completed within the last 12 months, or a willingness to obtain/renew as required.

Please note this is a 6-month fixed-term contract with potential for ongoing employment based on performance and organisational needs.

About Rise Early Learning

Rise Early Learning is a privately-owned and operated Early Childhood Education and Care service catering for children from birth to six years. We have used our combined personal and professional experience in the sector to design a service which offers spaces for children, families and Educators to develop trusting relationships, and foster a sense of community. Rise Early Learning are also deeply and dutifully committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children entrusted to our care.

To ensure your next role offers you stability, an experienced team and service that is committed to a high quality Early Childhood environment and being the best in their field, you should contact us!

Why Join Our Rise Family?

At Rise, we honour childhood by providing an Education and Care program that supports the learning of each child. What you can expect:

• Owners and major stakeholders that care, are approachable, and involved in every aspect of the business
• Stunning indoor and outdoor environments with natural resources embedding beautiful practice, education and care for each child’s unique learning journey
• Strong focus on promoting a positive and inclusive culture where everyone has a voice
• Extensive Professional Development combined with in-house training opportunities within work hours as well as team building exercises and social gatherings
• Free Employee Wellbeing & Assistance Program to enhance your wellbeing
• Exclusive childcare fee discount at Rise Early Learning to facilitate your return to work and know your family is close by
• Working arrangements that support a positive work/life balance on offer
• Access to the Rise Early Learning family which spans across multiple Early Childhood centres throughout QLD and NSW (and growing!)
• Opportunities to connect with other Rise centres and teams to share new ideas, foster relationships, and progress in your career.

How to Apply

Submit your resume along with a cover letter addressing the selection criteria above, alternatively, you may wish to contact our friendly Recruitment team on (02) 7229 5975 via Ext. 1004. Tell us about yourself and your career - we want to know what makes you a perfect leader for our North Ryde service. We look forward to hearing from you!

Please note we currently have multiple opportunities to suit your individual needs and are open to considering qualified and suitable applicants for all available positions.