• Competitive salary, fortnightly RDO and other benefits
• Lead a vibrant and dedicated team of educators
• Be part of a community service with a passion for sustainability and reconciliation

About the Service

Barry Beckett Children’s Centre (BBCC) is a community not-for-profit early childhood education and care service located on Wurundjeri land, near Merri Creek in Coburg.

We are an inclusive service, with a deep commitment to social justice, inclusion, sustainability, and reconciliation. We strive for excellence in teaching and care, supporting ongoing learning and continuous improvement for our staff to support our teaching practices.

BBCC is licensed for 93 children per day and provides quality programs in both long day care, integrated and sessional kindergarten.

Philosophy

We believe in creating a centre that is welcoming and responsive to children and families; one that motivates and maintains curious, reflective educators. We see children as citizens now and in the future who teach us as much as we teach them.

We engage in a collaborative approach to our curriculum, with children, families, and educators joining to create a rich and diverse learning experiences. We utilise the latest research and evidence to inform our practice, so that children at BBCC have access to exceptional education and care opportunities.

We are responsive and provide time and space to engage in the “everyday” with children, joining with them in their play to facilitate their learning and grow in their thinking.

We encourage an environment that is inclusive and respectful; one that fosters kindness and is considerate of all living flora and fauna. We support children’s sense of agency and ownership of their developing sense of relationship with others and the natural world.

Commitment to Child Safety

BBCC is committed to the provision of child safe environments and adheres to the child safe standards. We are committed to the protection of children, and employees are expected to comply with the child safe standards, as well as BBCC’s Child Safe Environment and Wellbeing policy and Code of Conduct.

• Hours - 76 hours per fortnight, with a fortnightly RDO
• Position type - Full time

About the Position

Barry Beckett is seeking a dedicated Centre Director role for their highly regarded Service. You must have a genuine passion and commitment to community-based early childhood education and care. You will work collaboratively with the Committee of Management and an experienced team of educators and staff to deliver high-quality early childhood education and care. You must share in the values and philosophies of the Barry Beckett Children’s Centre community and ensure the program aligns with the National Quality Standard.

About you

Our ideal candidate is someone who:

• Is skilled and experienced in leading, mentoring, and guiding the team.
• Is committed to developing a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Is responsible for the operational management of the Service, including continuous improvement, staff wellbeing, sustainability initiatives, and the further development of the Reconciliation Action plan.
• Is proactive in leading positive change.
• Demonstrates an ethical approach to their work
• Has the ability to demonstrate integrity, responsibility and respect in all aspects of the position.
• Is passionate about delivering a quality learning program that aligns with the National Quality Standard and the BBCC values and philosophy.

Key responsibilities

• Operational Management: Ensure the service delivers a high-quality early childhood service, is safe and well presented, meets all legislative requirements, maintains utilisation, has the necessary policies and procedures, and is financially viable.
• Educational Leadership: overseeing the implementation of a high-quality early childhood program under the National Quality Standard and providing mentorship for the educational coordinator and team.
• Staff Leadership: provide excellent leadership and guidance to a diverse staff team with a strong focus on continuous improvement, staff wellbeing, professional learning and developing a positive workplace culture.
• Committee of Management: Work cooperatively with CoM in providing effective leadership of Barry Beckett Children’s Centre. Provide regular reports to the CoM on the progress of the Service and seek or provide clear and concise advice and recommendations to enable effective decisions and ensure a clear and strategic direction for Barry Beckett Children’s Centre.
• Customer and Community Service: Foster strong community relationships, including managing enquiries, tours and orientation for new families as well as appropriately representing and promoting Barry Beckett Children’s Centre to the wider community.

Essential requirements

• Minimum ACECQA recognised Diploma in Early Childhood Education
• Current First Aid Certificate, including CPR, anaphylaxis and asthma training (or be willing to obtain).
• Willingness to be in the role of Nominated Supervisor.
• Holds a valid and current Working with Children Check or VIT registration.
• Willing to obtain a police check.
• Thorough understanding of the Education and Care National Law and Regulations, Family Assistance Law, Kindergarten funding the National Quality Standard and Approved Learning Frameworks.
• Experience or understanding of reporting requirements under ACNC, Funded Agency, KIM System, Inclusion Funding applications and requirements, PRODA and Provider Entry Point (PEP).

• Extensive understanding of the Child Safe Standards, Reportable Conduct Scheme and mandatory reporting.

Highly desirable

• At least three years managing a community-run early childhood education and care service
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills
• Dedication to upholding the highest standard of education and care
• Ability to support team members with knowledge, coaching and support.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritise and manage their time effectively.

Benefits

• A rewarding role that offers autonomy and support
• Competitive salary under the Professional Community Standards
• Professional learning and development
• Access to excellent early childhood memberships and resources
• Flexibility with shifts worked, including a fortnightly RDO.
• Mobile phone and laptop.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program

Barry Beckett Children’s Centre values diversity and inclusion.

Applications are particularly encouraged from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. Barry Beckett Children’s Centre is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment that values and celebrates the diversity of its people. We encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply for our roles.

We are a child safe organisation and we are committed to providing a child safe environment.

How to Apply

Applicants are encouraged to email for a position description. Please request the position description from [email protected] using the subject line: Centre Director enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Applications must:

• Include your cover letter and resume
• Include names and contact details of two professional referees. One referee being a current employer or the nominated supervisor.

If you have any questions about the position, you can email the same address, and the Chairperson will contact you.