<ul> <li>Industry leading benefits package</li> <li>Excellent resources and development opportunities</li> <li>Staff wellness programs and wellness committee</li> </ul> <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>Following continued growth in our Early Learning Services, Sheldon College is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Early Learning to support the leadership and day-to-day operations of our Early Learning Centre.</p> <p>Working closely with the Director of Early Learning and Educational Leader, this role provides operational, administrative and people leadership<strong> </strong>support across our Long Day Care, Kindergarten and Outside School Hours Care programs. The Assistant Director plays a critical role in ensuring high-quality practice, strong team culture, effective family communication and ongoing compliance with all legislative and regulatory requirements.</p> <p>As a key member of the Early Learning Centre Leadership Team, you will act as a Responsible Person, support nominated supervisor functions as delegated, and assume leadership responsibility in the absence of the Director of Early Learning.</p> <p>This role is ideal for an experienced early childhood leader who enjoys being hands-on, values operational excellence.<br><br> &nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Why work at Sheldon College?</strong></p> <p>Sheldon College has proudly been named an<strong> Employer of Choice in Education for 2025</strong>, a testament to our commitment to creating a supportive, rewarding, and dynamic workplace. We believe that <strong>People Make the Difference</strong>, and we invest in our staff through industry-leading benefits that promote Financial, Health and Wellbeing, Social, Family, and Professional Growth.</p> <p>Our leading, comprehensive benefits include:</p> <ul> <li>Above Award remuneration.</li> <li>Salary Sacrifice and Superannuation Co-Contribution.</li> <li>College-paid Parental Leave.</li> <li>24/7 Employee Assistance Program for staff and their families.</li> <li>Corporate discounts including Health Insurance, Gym and Optometry.</li> <li>Employee fee discounts at our on-site Early Learning Centre and Prep–12 College.</li> <li>Staff Wellness Program and Staff Wellness Committee.&nbsp;</li> <li>Study Subsidy and Staff Scholarship program for professional development including Masters study.</li> </ul> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>About You&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>You are an experienced early childhood professional who combines strong operational capability with a calm, confident leadership style.</p> <p>You will bring:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor of Early Childhood Education or ACECQA-recognised qualification (minimum Diploma)</li> <li>Demonstrated experience in early childhood education and care, with exposure to operational leadership</li> <li>Strong working knowledge of the EYLF, NQS, National Regulations and compliance requirements</li> <li>Confidence in supporting rostering, staffing ratios, workforce planning and daily operations</li> <li>Experience supporting quality assurance, QIP implementation and Assessment &amp; Rating preparation</li> <li>The ability to lead, support and develop educators while maintaining positive workplace culture</li> <li>Clear, professional communication skills and the ability to build trust with families</li> <li>A commitment to reflective practice, continuous improvement and child-centred education</li> <li>Current Blue Card or QCT Registration, First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certifications, and Child Protection training (CHCPRT units)</li> </ul> <p>Please refer to the Job Description available on our website Careers Page for a comprehensive understanding of the requirements of this leadership role in our Early Learning Centre.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Support the Director of Early Learning in the day-to-day management of the Early Learning Centre</li> <li>Coordinate daily operations including staffing, rosters, ratios, leave management and room organisation</li> <li>Act as a Responsible Person and assume leadership responsibility in the Director’s absence</li> <li>Support compliance with National Law, Regulations and the National Quality Standard</li> <li>Assist with the implementation and monitoring of the Quality Improvement Plan</li> <li>Ensure safe, inclusive and high-quality learning environments across all programs</li> <li>Support recruitment, onboarding, induction, performance development and staff wellbeing</li> <li>Provide day-to-day leadership and guidance to educators and operational staff</li> <li>Build strong relationships with families and support enrolment, orientation and transition processes</li> <li>Support communication, engagement activities and centre events</li> </ul> <p>The Assistant Director of Early Learning works closely with the Director of Early Learning, Educational Leader and College operational teams to support high-quality service delivery across the Early Learning Centre.</p> <p><br><strong>About Us &nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Sheldon College&nbsp;is an independent, co-educational, non-denominational College situated in Redland City, catering for students from 15 months of age through to Year 12. We provide a first-class curriculum in the academic,&nbsp;sporting and cultural arenas with access to&nbsp;state-of-the-art classrooms, laboratories, resource centres and studios, as well as cultural, performing arts and sporting facilities.</p> <p>Our people are our most valuable investment. Every member plays a key role in delivering excellence in education. We deliver on our commitment to&nbsp;provide outstanding education in a safe, secure learning environment, underpinned by our philosophy of<strong> Love,&nbsp;Laughter and Learning.</strong>&nbsp; &nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://web.martianlogic.com/smejobsearch/jsponly/downloadFile.jsp?jobAttachmentId=108436">Job Description</a></li> </ul>