🌟 Assistant Director & Educational Leader

Foxwell Magic Child Care Centre – Coomera, QLD
Full-Time | Off-the-Floor | Leadership-Focused

About Us

At Foxwell Magic Child Care Centre, we’re more than just a service — we’re a warm, tight-knit community where educators are supported, valued, and inspired every day. As a proud, family-owned centre operating for nearly 10 years, we’ve built a reputation in Coomera for exceptional early education, small room sizes, and genuine relationships between educators, children, and families.

With only two centres in our family, we’re committed to maintaining a personalised and professional environment, where every team member is empowered to shine. We believe work should be a joyful place, and our leadership team reflects this belief by fostering an uplifting, respectful and collaborative culture.

The Role

We’re seeking a passionate and driven Assistant Director & Educational Leader to join our leadership team full-time. This is a non-contact, off-the-floor position, offering one dedicated day each week solely for Educational Leadership, and four days focused on operational excellence and team support.

As part of your role, you will:

Inspire, mentor, and support our incredible team of educators.

Celebrate and enhance high-quality programming, helping to embed theory into everyday practice.

Lead with kindness, confidence, and clarity, ensuring children, families, and staff feel supported.

Collaborate with the Director and 3IC to manage the smooth operation of our service.

Be a key driver of professional growth, consistency, and innovation within the team.

You’ll be provided with a structured role guide, detailed checklists, and ongoing support to help you succeed.

Key Responsibilities

Act as 2IC, assisting the Centre Director in daily operations, leadership, and compliance.

Mentor educators, building their understanding of theory, reflective practice, and pedagogy.

Champion high-quality educational programs and streamline documentation practices.

Provide leadership and consistency across rooms, nurturing strong team relationships.

Support with rostering, performance development, and centre compliance.

Maintain a positive team culture, contributing to ongoing staff wellbeing and cohesion.

About You

You are:

A confident and inspiring leader with a positive, can-do attitude.

Passionate about early childhood education and educator development.

Creative, reflective, and proactive in your approach to challenges and learning.

Committed to nurturing a respectful, inclusive and child-centred workplace culture.

Essential Qualifications

Diploma or higher in Early Childhood Education and Care (Bachelor of Early Childhood preferred).

Current Blue Card (Working with Children Check).

Child Protection Training (CHCPRT001 or CHCPRT025).

Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certification.

Why Join Foxwell Magic?

A supportive and experienced leadership team who truly value their staff.

Generous staff discounts on childcare fees.

Uniforms provided.

Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression.

Work in a service that prioritises quality over quantity, with lower room numbers and strong team cohesion.

Child Safety at Foxwell Magic

At Foxwell Magic, the safety and wellbeing of children is our highest priority. We are committed to creating nurturing, inclusive environments where every child is heard, valued, and protected. All team members are required to uphold our child safe culture, complete all relevant checks, and engage in ongoing training and development in child protection and safety.

✨ Join Us

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and lead with heart, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and become part of the Foxwell Magic family, where leadership is about inspiring others, and learning never stops.