Childcare & Outside School Hours Care (Education & Training)Full timeCentre DirectorBallajura LocationFull-time - Monday to FridayAt Meerilinga, we take pride in being established since 1911 and continue to strive to support and promote positive childhoods in Western Australia. Our focus has been on the importance of children, family, and the community, and this remains the core of what Meerilinga does today. We are passionately committed to nurturing and educating children aged 2 – 5 years, encouraging their growth and development through positive play in our Early Learning Programs and our beautifully appointed centres across the metropolitan area.About the roleWe are seeking a dedicated and qualified Centre Director/Coordinator with a minimum of two years' experience in an early childhood education and care setting. The ideal candidate will bring both expertise and a strong commitment to fostering a positive, nurturing environment for children, families, and staff in our beautiful Ballajura service.About youRelevant professional experience in community work and program management can be taken into account.An Early Childhood Education and Care or Community Services or equivalent (ACECQA approved) qualification is an advantage or can be offered through traineeship to an approved candidate.Capability to build community partnerships, learn about the community, plan for change, and implement collective partnerships, programs, and skills.Administration, office computer and reporting skills.Strong staff support, supervision, and management skills (including volunteer supervision).Capacity to work in a culturally competent framework.Achieve operational targets, policies, and procedures.Managing a diverse program and activities.Planning and evaluation.Grants writing.Aspire to work in a not-for-profit organisation where you can attach greater meaning to the work you do.Salary and conditions are in accordance with the Children's Services Award 2018 and Meerilinga Flexibility Agreement.Why Join UsWork with a friendly, inclusive, supportive working environment.Small rooms that allow for strong relationships with children and families.Ongoing opportunities for professional development training.IT supplied.Part uniform supplied.Reimbursed flu vaccination.First Aid/CPR renewal course cost covered by us.Access to generous salary packaging.Free parking.How to applyApplicants are required to send via email a Resume and a short cover letter addressing the selection requirements (no more than 1 page) to ******. Further documents are required and will be discussed with the successful candidate. Interviews will commence on receipt of suitable applicant. Due to high volume of applicants, only short-listed individuals will be contacted.Visit the website for more information about Meerilinga at www.meerilinga.org.au.Meerilinga acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Wadjuk, Noongar Boodja, where Meerilinga's main offices are located, and recognises their continuing connection to land, water, and community.We are an EEO (Equal Employment Opportunity) employer, where all applicants are treated with fairness and respect and have equal access to the opportunities available.
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