About Discovery Early Learning Centres:

We are a Tasmanian family-owned and operated organisation with extensive experience in providing high-quality education and care programs for children from birth to twelve years of age, across Tasmania. Consistently recognised across the state as Exceeding National Quality Standards, ensuring the highest level of education and care for every child.

About the role: We are seeking a full-time Assistant Director to join our team at Green Point Early Learning Centre. You will have the opportunity to grow your leadership potential with support from the leadership team at the centre. You will also have the opportunity to regularly network with Leaders from Discovery across the state as you participate in regular meetings.

As the Assistant Director you will predominantly work supporting the centre and creating a sense of community and belonging.

Duties:

Drive the delivery of high-quality early learning programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Framework (NQS)

Inspire, motivate, and lead a passionate team of educators through strong, values-driven leadership

Promote a culture of continuous improvement, reflective practice, and ongoing professional development

Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and support the wellbeing, learning, and safety of every child in your care

You must have:

Minimum Diploma in Early Childhood Education & Care

Demonstrated experience in leading a team – desirable

Tasmanian Working with Vulnerable People Registration – or willingness to obtain

A strong alignment with early learning values, ethics, and high-quality pedagogy

Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust, communicate effectively, and foster positive relationships with staff, families, and the wider community

Regular availability and flexibility to work a range of shifts during our opening hours

Discovery is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to an organisation-wide culture of child safety as well as a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.

Benefits:

Monthly RDOs

Above-award wages

Staff children in care discount - 50% off the gap fee

On-the-job coaching & professional development

Annual uniform allowance

Superannuation salary sacrifice options

Employee Assistance Program & focus on educator wellbeing

How to apply:

Click APPLY now, or email [email protected] for a copy of the position description or to discuss the position further. Please send your application as soon as possible as shortlisting will commence as applications are received. Applications will not be accepted by email

Further information can be found at our website: https://discoveryelc.com.au/careers

Discovery is a Tasmanian ‘Employer of Choice’ and is renowned for enabling individuals to fulfil their career and life goals. As an equal-opportunity employer, Discovery is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environments and is committed to inclusive practices that support Reconciliation, inclusion, diversity, and equity. We encourage applications from individuals who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and who are from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds.