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Join Our Team as Service Director – Lead and Inspire Excellence in Early Childhood Education!

Orchard Early Learning Group is looking for an exemplary and experienced Director committed to providing strong and innovative leadership for our St Ives Service.
 
The Service Director will lead a focused approach to embed exceeding practices as per NQS build connections within the community and create a positive reputation in early childhood education and customer service. The right person for this position will have experience as a Nominated Supervisor, strong staff management skills, excellent pedagogy, understanding of operational and budget needs as well as be agile and adaptable. 

About the Service

Orchard Early Learning Centre St Ives has an amazing outdoor play area, the centre is spread across two levels, with defined Nursery and Preschool levels, the bright and airy rooms flow directly onto the outdoor learning environments, immersing children in our Paddock to Plate philosophy. The service operates from 7 am - 6 pm and is located on Mona Vale Road opposite Bridgedine College, close to public transport and local street parking available

About you

• Bachelor of Early Childhood Teaching or a Diploma 
• WWC, First Aid Certificate and Asthma and Anaphylaxis Certificates and child protection
• Proven experience in leading and developing a large team of professional educators.
• High level ECEC operational management skills are expected
• Business management abilities together with confident people management skills
• Passion for coaching, mentoring and growing educators 
• Established people and leadership skills
• Experience with OWNA (preferred)
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skill, including documentation skills
• Superior knowledge of EYLF and NQS 
• Strong knowledge and understanding of Educaring philosophy, Circle of Security and RIE
• Previous working experience as director is essential, or proven leadership skills 
• Salary based on experience and qualifications

 
Benefits working at Orchard

• Laptop and mobile provided
• Onsite Parking
• Extra day off on your birthday
• Access to our Loyalty program including addition superannuation payments on top of Government contributions

Why Join Us?

At Orchard Early Learning Group, we are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children and families. We believe that high-quality education starts with a happy, supported team. When you join us, you’ll enjoy:

• Professional Growth: Quarterly Leadership Days and ongoing professional development to enhance your leadership skills and career progression.
• Inclusive, Supportive Culture: A workplace that values collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement guided by our core values of Integrity, Accountability, Innovation, Respect, Authentic Relationships.
• Work-Life Balance: Team events, Wellness Days, daily hot lunches, Bonus Day off on your birthday
• Generous Benefits: 
• Up to 95% off childcare for permanent employees, supporting your family’s needs.

Please submit your cover letter addressing the selection criteria together with your updated CV.
  

About us:
We invite interested applicants to visit our website to get a ‘feel’ for us and see if we are a good fit. We look forward to receiving your application.
Website: https://www.orchardelc.com.au/stives
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orchardelc/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/orchardelc/
Benefits: http://bit.ly/3KrunN9

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