Co-Director

Discover an Exciting Opportunity with Queensland Childcare Services!

The Opportunity: Co-Director

• Schedule: Monday – Friday, 5 days per week
• Location: Springfield
• Hours: 38 hours with flexibility
• Compensation: Competitive Salary package + bonuses + super

We are looking for a Co-Director to run our Woodcrest Early Education Centre. The successful applicant will have the ability to lead, motivate and inspire the current team of early childhood staff along with creating and maintaining meaningful relationships with families and the surrounding community. You will coordinate all day to day Centre operations such as admin, health & safety and staff development. You will ensure strong management for the day to day operations of the centre through regular evaluation of systems and processes, as well as management of staff rosters, staff ratios and adequate supervision. You will ensure centre and staff compliance with relevant legislative documents and build and maintain a strong relationship with children, families, staff and other internal and external stakeholders.

Why Choose Queensland Childcare Services?

Exceptional Benefits:

• Flexible working hours for a work-life balance that suits you.
• Enjoy a competitive salary – well above award wage
• A generous 95% staff discount on childcare fees.

Investment in Your Growth:

• Access to career and professional development opportunities across our 24 locations.
• On-the-floor mentoring, ensuring ongoing support and growth.
• Paid professional development courses, including First Aid, CPR, Food Safety, Fire Training, and Child Protection certifications.
• Paid staff meetings, ensuring your voice is heard.

Personal Well-being:

• Receive free uniforms, making your mornings hassle-free.
• Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for financial, mental, and physical well-being counselling.
• Utilize our company Learning Management System (LMS) for ongoing development and skill enhancement.

Qualifications:

• Hold a Diploma of Early Childhood Education or Diploma in Early Childhood Education
• Demonstrate a high level of communication skills and maintain a professional manner in the workplace
• Have a strong understanding of the EYLF and NQS
• Current First Aid, CPR & Asthmas and Anaphylaxis certificate
• Current Blue Card

The role calls for a confident and resilient personality. Some traits of a suitable Nominated Supervisor include:

• Positive outlook
• Problem solving and growth mentality
• Good judgement and initiative
• Decisive and mature
• Strong leadership skills
• Good communication and mediation skills
• Thorough understanding of EYLF and NQS
• Professionalism

About Us: Woodcrest Early Education Centre are located next door to Woodcrest College with our entrance on Commercial Drive in Springfield. Our centre has been rated as an Exceeding Centre by the Australian Children’s Education & Care Quality Authority (ACECQA). We can care for up to 265 children per day and offer a huge range of quality programs for our children such as bush kindy, healthy eating programs as well as language and music opportunities.

About Queensland Childcare Services: With over 30 years of excellence, Queensland Childcare Services is a leader in the Early Childhood Education sector. Operating 24 services, we offer diverse services including beach, bush, and farm kindy, swimming programs, and Healthy Bodies initiatives. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our team's continuous professional development, featuring our own conferences with renowned keynote speakers and ongoing learning opportunities.

How to Apply: Ready to embark on a rewarding journey with Queensland Childcare Services? Apply now and become a valued member of the QCCS team. Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted, and the position will be closed once filled.