Position: Director
Status:Permanent Full Time
Salary range: $112,693.18 (inclusive of all allowances/loadings), plus super
Qualifications: Diploma in early childhood/ACECQA approved equivalent or above
Centre name: One Tree Woothoo-woothoong thoon Ninggoowoong Dawang Children's Service
Location: Kununurra, Western Australia 6743
Kununurra is a beautiful remote town located in the East Kimberley. In Kununurra, we run a lovely small service with a child-centered approach. If you’re looking for new experiences, then you’ll love working at this service.
One Tree reaches across Australia, with children’s services in regional & remote towns and centres. We span the country because we want all children, no matter where they live, to have access to the same education, care, and start in life.
The ‘right people on the right bus’ benefits
- Above award salary
- 4 weeks annual leave plus 2 weeks off over the festive season
- Relocation allowance up to $3000
- $300 per week extra in housing allowance
- Housing available
- Subsidised childcare
- Uniforms provided
- Career advancement
- Lengths of service incentives
- Online inductions & PD sessions
- Access our Employee Assistance Program available for you and your immediate family members
The position
As the Director - you will lead, inspire and mentor educators to ensure the service is providing a high-quality early childhood education in a remote Aboriginal community. You are responsible for overseeing the operations of the centre, where you will support and warmly welcome children and families.
Your ability to recognise and develop the strengths in children and your team and a commitment to work within One Tree Community Service’s spirit, purpose and values will be your key to success.
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1 year’s experience in a managerial role or extensive 2IC experience.
Selection Criteria
- Organisational skills including general organising, planning, time management, scheduling, coordinating resources and meeting deadlines
- Interpersonal and communication skills
- Comply with the organisation’s code of ethics, vision (spirit), policies and procedures and to support the organisations culture
- Build successful relationships with staff, families and community
- Achieve excellence at management level in an early education and care setting
- Manage staff including staff performance, recruitment and performance appraisals
- A commitment to continuous improvement and efficiencies in service delivery
- Knowledge of relevant state and commonwealth laws and regulations
Qualifications/Requirements
- Be eligible to work in Australia and willing to relocate to Kununurra
- Diploma in early childhood/ACECQA approved equivalent or above
- A current WA Working with Children Check
- Satisfactory National Police Clearance (within last 6 months)
- A valid driver’s licence
- First Aid & CPR certificates or willing to obtain
- Geccko Foundations and Advanced child Safety Training Certificates
For more information or to request a copy of the position description, call or email us on (08) 103 or @onetree.org.au. One Tree, the place to be. To view our website, visit: www.onetree.org.au
One Tree Community Services is unwavering in its commitment to child safety and wellbeing. We have zero tolerance for child abuse or harm of any kind. All applicants must be willing to undergo rigorous screening, including background and reference checks, and demonstrate a genuine commitment to safeguarding children. We are dedicated to maintaining environments where children are safe, respected, and protected at all times, and we actively deter and will not engage individuals who do not share these values.
One Tree Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer supporting diversity in the workplace and Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply.
One Tree has extensive experience in early education and care and community services, and provides accredited training as a registered training organisation (RTO).
In 2010 One Tree identified the lack of services for children and families in the communities we serve. One Tree decided to extend its scope to focus on community services for individuals, families, children and vulnerable communities suffering poverty, ill health, homelessness, abuse, isolation or a lack of services.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.
One Tree has extensive experience in early education and care and community services, and provides accredited training as a registered training organisation (RTO).
In 2010 One Tree identified the lack of services for children and families in the communities we serve. One Tree decided to extend its scope to focus on community services for individuals, families, children and vulnerable communities suffering poverty, ill health, homelessness, abuse, isolation or a lack of services.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.
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Early Childhood Director in Kununurra employer: One Tree Community Services Inc
One Tree Community Services is an exceptional employer located in Emerald, VIC, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises the wellbeing of both employees and children. With generous benefits such as six weeks of leave, professional development opportunities, and a commitment to employee growth, you will thrive in a collaborative environment dedicated to making a positive impact in the community. Join us in creating meaningful experiences for children while enjoying a fulfilling career in early childhood education.
Contact Details:
One Tree Community Services Inc Recruitment Team
