• Salary Package $86,000 circa pro-rata
• Part time or Full time 

Be part of closing the gap in Indigenous Education. 

Mogo Aboriginal Preschool is currently looking for someone with well developed people management and solid Human Services or Preschool management experience.

Work with us!

Campbell Page is a not-for profit organisation, delivering a variety of employment and community services programs across Australia. Our reach extends from community, youth, Indigenous and family programs through to education, training and employment services. We are looking for a Director to join our Preschool Leadership Team in Mogo. At Mogo Aboriginal Preschool we are passionate about creating great learning experiences for all children. We invest in growing the skills and talents in our Preschool team, so we make a real difference in the local community.

Our preschool is for all children aged 3-6 years. We are not-for-profit and community based. We deliver a high-quality curriculum alongside a deep cultural understanding and celebration of country and heritage. We work closely with the local Aboriginal Community to carry on the legacy of Elders past and present who yearned for their children to have a culturally embedded education experience and a great start in life. 

What does our Preschool Director do?

Our Director works closely with our team of 7 staff, preschool families and our partners to ensure continual improvement of our community Preschool. Your leadership, organisational and relational ability will see our children and families access specialised preschool program and services, giving them the best start in their educational journey. Your work will create new possibilities in life. 

With passion and integrity, the Director will:

• Ideally undertake the role and responsibilities of the Centre’s Nominated Supervisor
• Lead and support our team to meet or exceed all licensing, regulative and quality requirements, including the development and implementation of policies and procedures & risk assessments
• Collaborate with our Education Childhood Teacher to support our team in the delivery of our high-quality preschool program, including their ongoing learning and development
• Work with our professional marketing team to promote our service and communicate effectively with families
• Partner with our family services team to deliver a weekly playgroup, engagement programs, parenting support and wrap around services
• Work collaboratively with our local Aboriginal Community and coordinate our Cultural Advisory Group meetings
• Coordinate and manage the staff roster and expenses in line with enrolments and revenue
• Work with our Leadership group in the design, delivery and evidence collection for our continual improvement project
• Manage quarterly self-assessment and evidence for adherence with the National Quality Standards
• Support the Education Childhood Teacher to lead inclusive practice to ensure that the service can support families from a range of cultures, backgrounds, experiences and situations 
• Jointly develop and maintain effective collaborative and respectful relationships with children, families, Early Childhood Professions and Regulatory Departments
• Ensure the safety and physical care of children, and respond to their emotional needs to maintain trust, develop nurturing relationships, guide positive relationships and ensure the dignity and rights of each child are maintained
• Ensure privacy and confidentiality is maintained

Working closely with families, community and our team you will positively influence:

• Educational outcomes for children
• Engagement and development of our professional Preschool Team
• Attraction and attendance
• Safety & Risk
• Community inclusion

What are we looking for in a Director/Humans Services Manager?

People management and solid Human Services experience. An early Childhood Education qualification; Degree, QQF Advanced Diploma or Diploma is ideal but not essential. 

You may have experience in Early Childhood Education as a Director or Co-ordinator or are ready to take the next step in your career development.

Essential Criteria include:

• Working with Children clearance prior to commencement in the role
• Strong administration and communication skills
• Ability to understand and manage a team to comply with Preschool regulations. 
• Demonstrated experience working with Culturally Diverse Communities, including Aboriginal Communities
• Solid understanding of legislative standards including Child Protection, Privacy, Work Health & Safety, Equal Employment Opportunity, Covid safety
• Proven ability to network in the community and sector to align support

In all our people, we need someone who will naturally live our values:

• We’re in it together
  
• Never give up
  
• Do what’s right
  
• Deliver on our promise

So, what’s in it for you?

Give Some – contribute to local communities and local people.

Get Some – the perks of being a not-for-profit include salary packaging means you pay less tax and take home more! We have reward and recognition programs, community event days, offer strong opportunity for career development and more!

You’re not alone – you’re working as part of a team that is deeply passionate early childhood education and assisting families to thrive. We problem solve together and work collaboratively. We have a network of Corporate Supports including HR, IT and Finance to help you. We care about your career goals - tell us about your professional development aspirations and we’ll see what we can do. We have awards for being awesome and hope that one day that could be you!

Career development - If you are high performing and experienced in preschool or human services operations we offer leadership mentoring and support. 

Interested? 

Go ahead and apply now!

For enquiries please contact: [email protected], using the subject line: Director - Mogo Aboriginal Pre-school enquiry via EthicalJobs.