At a Glance
- Tasks: Support daily operations and lead a passionate team in a vibrant early childhood setting.
- Company: Only About Children, a nurturing environment focused on child safety and quality education.
- Benefits: Above award pay, professional development, childcare discounts, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Join a supportive community dedicated to creating safe and inclusive spaces for children.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while growing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Diploma in Early Childhood Education and experience in a leadership role.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
- Assistant Director - Maroubra
- We're looking for a warm, capable and collaborative
- About This Role
- Assistant Director - Maroubra
- We're looking for a warm, capable and collaborative
- Assistant Director to join our team at Only About Children
Maroubra .
This is a chance to support a campus where strong relationships, high-quality practice and a genuine sense of belonging shape the experience for children, families and educators every day.
- About Our Maroubra Campus
- There's a fresh, lively feel to working at
Maroubra .
Set on the corner of Storey Street and Anzac Parade, the newly rebuilt campus is close to Snape Park, Maroubra Junction, shops, transport and everyday community life.
It feels practical, local and full of energy.
Inside, Maroubra feels bright, active and thoughtfully designed.
Children enjoy outdoor spaces with sandpits, a climbing mound, tunnel, slide, bike path, cubby nooks, garden beds and balcony spaces.
Community visits to the library, Pacific Square, the Post Office and nearby parks help children explore their world.
Families often describe educators as caring, supportive and professional, with children settling beautifully and excited to attend.
You're The Difference at OAC
At Only About Children, everything starts with one simple truth
You're The Difference .
As an Assistant Director, the way you lead, listen and support others helps shape the culture of the whole campus.
Your calm presence, practical support and care for people help educators feel confident, families feel heard and children feel safe.
With us, you'll see your impact in the way a campus runs, grows and feels each day.
About The Role
As Assistant Director, you'll work closely with the Campus Director to support daily operations, child safety, team leadership, family experience and quality practice across the campus.
This is a hands‑on leadership role where no two days are the same.
You may be supporting room teams, welcoming families, assisting with rostering, guiding compliance processes, mentoring educators or stepping in as a visible leader to help the campus run smoothly.
What You'll Do
- Support the Campus Director with daily operations, compliance, team culture and campus performance.
- Act as a delegated Child Safety Lead, supporting child safe practice, risk management and regulatory compliance.
- Coach Room Leaders and educators in routines, documentation, reflective practice and quality improvement.
- Support rostering, workforce planning, onboarding, induction and day‑to‑day people leadership.
- Build strong relationships with families, responding to questions, concerns and feedback with care.
- Step into rooms and campus routines where needed, bringing calm leadership and practical support.
- Contribute to continuous improvement across quality, family experience, team engagement and operations.
- What You'll Bring
- Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care as a minimum requirement.
- Experience in a senior educator, Room Leader, Educational Leader or Assistant Director role.
- Sound working knowledge of the National Quality Framework, Child Safe Standards and relevant legislation.
- Confidence supporting educators, families, compliance, operations and team performance.
- Strong communication skills, including confidence in sensitive or difficult conversations.
- Warm, practical and people‑first leadership style.
- Current Working with Children Check and relevant state-based child protection clearance.
What We Offer
- Above award pay and recognition, including worker retention payment, Thank You and Excellence Awards, loyalty milestones and our Refer a Friend Program.
- Leadership development and career progression, with pathways towards Campus Director and broader operations roles.
- Professional development from day one, including Grow Curriculum training, Nurture Inspire Program and expert‑led learning.
- Career advice and opportunities to transfer across campuses or into Support Office roles.
- Up to 50% childcare discount for eligible team members, plus paid parental leave and salary sacrifice options.
- Wellbeing support, including two Wellbeing Days, additional leave purchase options, TELUS Health EAP and digital wellbeing resources.
- Everyday savings through OAC Rewards, with discounts across groceries, retail and more.
- A leadership role where your support helps children, families and educators feel safe, heard and valued.
- Child safety and inclusion
At Only About Children, child safety is at the centre of everything we do.
We maintain a zero‑tolerance approach to child abuse and harm, and we are committed to creating safe, nurturing and inclusive environments where every child has a voice, feels safe and is valued and respected.
Everyone who joins our team shares responsibility for upholding child safe practices, meeting regulatory requirements and supporting children's wellbeing.
Successful candidates will be required to complete all relevant working with children, background and compliance checks.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds who share our commitment to child safety, inclusion and high-quality early learning.
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Assistant Director in Sydney employer: Only About Children
Only About Children Camberwell is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its staff, offering a supportive work culture where collaboration and innovation thrive. With a strong focus on professional development, employees have access to ongoing training and coaching opportunities, ensuring they can excel in their roles while making a meaningful impact on children's learning and development. Located in a vibrant community, this role not only allows for personal fulfilment but also fosters a sense of belonging within a passionate team dedicated to quality education.
