IGS Early Learners is a purpose-built long day care centre and kindergarten service, catering for boys and girls from 6 weeks old to Pre-Prep. In our third year of operation, we are committed to best practice in Early Education, nurturing young minds and empowering children for a lifetime of learning. We understand the significance of these early years in shaping a child’s future and take pride in providing an environment that supports holistic development.

Operated by Ipswich Grammar School, the Centre offers exceptional care alongside a range of specialist extra-curricular programs designed to enrich children’s experiences. These include swimming lessons, cooking sessions with our chef, and cultural activities such as Indigenous art and education. Children also enjoy access to the Junior School Library and Sporting Facilities for Bush Kindy activities, creating a truly connected and enriching learning environment within the broader School community.

Following the continued growth of our Centre, we are seeking an experienced and motivated Assistant Centre Director to support the leadership, day-to-day operations and continued development of our service. This role will be predominantly off the floor and will work across rotating shifts, including opening and closing, to provide leadership support across the full operations of the Centre. The Assistant Centre Director will help maintain the high-quality educational and care standards that define our community.

The successful candidate will join an established core team of passionate Educators and will play an important role in supporting staff, building strong relationships with families, contributing to compliance and quality improvement, and ensuring the smooth operation of the Centre.

This is a wonderful opportunity for an experienced early childhood professional to take the next step in their leadership career within a well-resourced, Independent School-operated Early Learning Centre. As Assistant Centre Director, you will contribute to the Centre’s culture, service quality and ongoing success, supported by the wider Ipswich Grammar School community that values belonging, leadership and continuous growth.

The Assistant Director role is responsible for:

• Providing day-to-day leadership, guidance and support to educators and staff

• Supporting the delivery of high-quality play-based learning programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework

• Assisting with the development, implementation and review of the Centre’s Quality Improvement Plan

• Promoting a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment for children

• Supporting compliance with the National Quality Framework, National Law and Regulations

• Assisting with staff induction, mentoring, performance feedback and professional development

• Building positive and professional relationships with children, families and the broader School community

• Supporting enrolments, utilisation, family communication and general Centre operations

• Contributing to a strong child-safe culture and ensuring policies and procedures are followed consistently

Why Join IGS Early Learners?

We recognise the impact of our Educators and Leaders and offer:

• Above award wages with annual agreed percentage increases

• Experienced and supportive leadership with a clear vision for excellence in early education

• Strong professional development pathways and access to School facilities and networks

• A well-resourced Centre with extensive natural learning environments

• An additional paid public holiday each year for permanent full-time staff

• 14 weeks employer-paid parental leave after 12 months service

Qualifications and Experience:

• A Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or Bachelor qualification in Early Childhood Education

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a leadership role within an early childhood service, or significant experience working in early childhood education and care

• Strong working knowledge of the National Quality Framework, National Law and Regulations

• Knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and quality educational practice

• Experience supporting educators, families and service operations

• Strong communication, organisation and relationship-building skills

• Confidence working with compliance, policies, procedures and service administration

• Current approved First Aid, Anaphylaxis and Asthma management training

All staff are expected to uphold our child-safe practices, demonstrate professional and respectful relationships, and contribute to a culture where the safety and wellbeing of children is at the centre of everything we do.

To be considered for this position, applications must include:

• Cover Letter

• Curriculum Vitae

As a condition of employment, all staff must hold and maintain a valid Working with Children Check (Blue Card), current First Aid, CPR, and Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications.

At IGS Early Learners, multi-skilling is an essential component of employment, and team members may be required to undertake duties outside their normal position description where appropriate to their skills and capability.