Assistant Centre Manager - Macarthur Region NSW
Core
Assistant Centre Manager (2IC) supporting a Centre Director in an established Long Day Care service to strengthen educator practice, ensure compliance, and maintain high quality standards.
Role type
Senior IC early childhood centre leader (2IC)
Builds
A consistent, high-quality early childhood learning environment for children and families
Domain
Early childhood education and care
Required skills
Early childhood leadership, coaching and mentoring educators, regulatory compliance (NQF/National Regulations), conflict resolution, child safety management, team culture building, performance management
Preferred skills
Reggio Emilia or slow pedagogy experience, experience with child-led play-based learning, experience in the Macarthur region
Technologies
NQF, National Regulations
Responsibilities
Coach and mentor educators to strengthen practice; Build a positive, professional and accountable team culture; Confidently support compliance and regulatory requirements; Maintain a strong commitment to child safety; Set clear expectations and follow through when standards aren't being met; Navigate challenging conversations professionally and respectfully
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC