Are you looking to manage, lead and deliver a community-based preschool of excellence that champions children and supports families? St Stephen’s Preschool Kindergarten is seeking a Director/Nominated Supervisor for a full time position commencing in Term 1, 2024.

At St. Stephen's Preschool, we're passionate about providing high-quality early childhood education within a Christian environment where every child's potential is valued. The 50-place not-for-profit preschool is proudly rated exceeding under the National Quality Standards and is managed by a church, parent and community member Board.

The preschool operates 8:30am – 4pm during school terms for children aged 3-5 years.

The Role

You will be responsible for:

• the daily management of the preschool, including staff, facilities, curriculum, policies and procedures
• providing inspiring and caring leadership and management to teachers, educators and staff regarding all aspects of the operation of the Preschool in line with relevant regulations, policies and procedures
• overseeing financial operations and management of the preschool, presenting budgets and plans for future financial stability in consultation with the Board
• developing the preschool’s Christian Education Program within the overarching framework of the EYLF
• developing collaborative relationships with children, families and the local community
• ensuring the preschool is compliant with relevant laws and educational frameworks governing early childhood education and care, including the EYLF, NQS and Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations
• managing enrolments and waitlists
• pursuing activities to promote a collaborative partnership and relationship with the St Stephen’s Normanhurst Parish Church and its ministries.
• maintaining effective communication channels with key stakeholders including families, staff, Board, local service providers, St Stephen’s Church and the wider community.

Selection Criteria

Qualifications

• ACECQA approved degree in Early Childhood Education
• First Aid Certificate (including asthma and anaphylaxis management)
• ACECQA approved Child Protection training
• Current NSW Working with Children's Check (WWCC)
• Legal right to work in Australia

Experience

• Director/educational leadership experience within a preschool setting
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in an early childhood education setting
• Extensive understanding of the Early Years Learning and National Quality Frameworks
• Proven ability in all areas of administrative procedure, curriculum development, parent and community liaison, staff professional development, early childhood education compliance and legislation

Capabilities

• Committed to the provision of high-quality preschool education
• Ability to lead, manage, mentor and supervise a team of teachers and educators (14 in the team)
• Highly developed communication, interpersonal and team development skills.
• Ability to lead the team in pedagogical matters including curriculum planning and professional development
• Ability to develop, implement and evaluate policies and procedures.
• Computer literacy (MS Office Suite, CCMS system, Educa or similar).
• Ability to set and manage budgets, forecast and work collaboratively with administrative staff members
• Ability to create a safe and supportive environment for the preschool’s children, staff and parent community with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Benefits

• An attractive salary package, based on candidate experience and qualifications
• Licensed for 50 children per day, operates above the required staff/child ratios
• Street parking and walking distance to public transport
• Active collaborative support from the preschool’s board of management