<p><strong>Replacement Contract</strong><br><strong>Full-time | 52 weeks per year</strong></p> <p><strong>King’s Early Learning</strong></p> <p>King’s Early Learning operates across Wynn Vale and Adelaide Hills as a connected, multi-campus model with a shared vision and consistent approach, led by the Director of Early Learning and supported locally by the Assistant Director.</p> <p>Grounded in Reggio Emilia principles and a belief that each child is a unique gift from God, our environments for children aged 3 to 5 are engaging, high-quality, and community-focused, with the Assistant Director playing a key role in ensuring consistent practice, care, and continuous improvement across both campuses.</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>We are seeking an experienced Assistant Director – Early Learning Centre to join our Adelaide Hills campus on a full-time replacement contract through to at least the commencement of the ELC in 2027.</p> <p>Reporting to the Director of Early Learning, the Assistant Director plays a critical leadership role in supporting the effective operation of the Early Learning Centre. The position contributes to both operational management and educational leadership, ensuring a high-quality, safe, and compliant early learning environment.</p> <p>The Assistant Director provides day-to-day leadership of Educators, particularly in the absence of the Director, and actively contributes to building a strong, collaborative and professional team culture.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Support the Director in the day-to-day management and administration of the ELC</li> <li>Provide leadership, supervision and mentoring to Educators</li> <li>Ensure ongoing compliance with the National Quality Framework (NQF), National Quality Standard (NQS), and Education and Care Services National Regulations</li> <li>Oversee rostering, staffing ratios, and operational requirements</li> <li>Contribute to the development and implementation of the Quality Improvement Plan (QIP)</li> <li>Maintain compliance with child safety, WHS, and risk management processes</li> <li>Support family engagement and maintain strong community relationships</li> <li>Act as the Responsible Person when required, including in the Director’s absence</li> </ul> <p><strong>Essential Criteria</strong></p> <ul> <li>A personal commitment to King's Vision, Mission and Values that underpin the delivery of a Christian-based education to students in the School community.</li> <li>Demonstrated knowledge of the National Quality Standard, National Regulations, and ACECQA requirements</li> <li>Proven ability to lead, supervise and mentor Educators, including ensuring compliance in daily practiceort the Director in the day-to-day management and administration of the ELC</li> <li>Provide leadership, supervision and mentoring to Educators</li> <li>Ensure ongoing compliance with the National Quality Framework (NQF), National</li> <li>Experience supporting or leading compliance, audits, and regulatory requirements within an ELC setting</li> <li>Strong working knowledge of Child Care Subsidy (CCS) processes and Child Care Management Systems</li> <li>High-level organisational, communication and interpersonal skills</li> <li>Ability to confidently act in a leadership capacity in the absence of the Director</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p> <ul> <li>Diploma or higher qualification in Early Childhood Education (ACECQA approved)</li> <li>Current Working with Children Check</li> <li>Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect training</li> <li>ACECQA-approved First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certification</li> <li>Experience in an Early Learning/Childcare environment</li> </ul> <p>Applications should be submitted in line with our <a href="https://cdn.kingsbaptist.sa.edu.au/downloads/HR/Application-Guidelines.pdf" rel="nofollow"><strong>Application Guidelines</strong></a> via SEEK or directly to <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:HR@kingsbaptist.sa.edu.au?subject=Assistant%20Director%20%E2%80%93%20Early%20Learning%20Centre%20%28Adelaide%20Hills%20Campus%29%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>HR@kingsbaptist.sa.edu.au</a>?subject=Assistant%20Director%20%E2%80%93%20Early%20Learning%20Centre%20%28Adelaide%20Hills%20Campus%29%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"><strong></strong></a><strong><a href="mailto:HR@kingsbaptist.sa.edu.au?subject=Assistant%20Director%20%E2%80%93%20Early%20Learning%20Centre%20%28Adelaide%20Hills%20Campus%29%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">HR@kingsbaptist.sa.edu.au</a></strong> by <strong>4pm Friday 12 June 2026</strong>.</p> <p>Visit our <a href="https://ah.kingsbaptist.sa.edu.au/our-community/careers" rel="nofollow"><strong>website</strong></a> for further details on this position.</p>