Assistant Centre Director (2IC) - Early Learning

About the role

Busy Bees, a global early learning provider with over 130 centres in Australia, is seeking a hands-on Assistant Centre Director (2IC) for its 75-place centre in Tingalpa. You will work alongside an experienced Centre Director with over 20 years in early learning, supporting the team and helping with occupancy growth and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Support the Centre Director in day-to-day leadership and operations of the service.
• Work hands-on across the floor, supporting educators and stepping in wherever needed.
• Build strong partnerships with families and the local community.
• Support compliance with the National Quality Framework (NQF) and National Regulations.
• Contribute to curriculum planning, reflective practice and continuous improvement.
• Step into the Centre Director role when required.

Required profile

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or higher).
• Current Working with Children Check for Queensland.
• Sound knowledge of the EYLF, NQS and Child Protection legislation.
• Leadership experience or a strong desire to grow into a leadership role within ECEC.
• A collaborative, positive and supportive leadership style.

What we offer

• Pay of $41.72 to $43.08 per hour.
• Better pay, everyday balance, education for growth and reliable support.
• Montessori-inspired principles, bush kindy excursions to the local park and weekly French lessons.
• Family-friendly benefits, including 50% childcare gap-fee discounts for permanent staff.
• Paid learning and development, with first aid, CPR and mandatory training covered, plus professional development and access to the Busy Bees learning platform and ACCCO RTO pathways.
• Career pathways from educator to leadership, management and area roles, and the Global Talent Exchange Program (UK, Canada and Asia).
• Free, confidential EAP access for you and your immediate family.