Little Zak's Academy is privately owned and family run. Our aim is to provide early childhood care and education in a safe, welcoming, adopting and nurturing environment. Our staff are dedicated professionals who value the importance of maintaining an optimum level of care and education for all children. We select our staff based on knowledge and values, vision for children and learning, and commitment to families. Little Zak’s Academy is inviting Expressions of Interest from experienced Centre Directors who are open to future leadership opportunities across Sydney and regional NSW. This EOI is suited to senior early childhood leaders seeking their next step or confidential discussions about upcoming opportunities within a well-supported, values-driven organisation. Why Join Us? We are proud to be part of the Australian Government’s Worker Retention Payment program. Eligible team members at Little Zak’s receive an extra 10% on top of award rates from December 2024, with an additional 5% starting December 2025. This funding is fully supported by the government until November 2026. Little Zak’s Academy is one of the few approved providers nationally to offer this benefit. A competitive well-above-award salary package is on offer, reflecting your qualifications and experience Weekly KPI-based bonuses (earn over $15,000 extra per year) Up to 50 percent staff childcare discount Paid wellbeing day each year for permanent staff (after 12 months) Health and wellness allowance reimbursing up to $50 per month (gym, pool, wellness memberships) $1,000 employee referral bonus for each successful referral Employee Assistance Program via Sonder , offering unlimited confidential counselling and wellbeing support Paid staff meetings, including dinner provided Paid off-floor induction with structured onboarding and training Mentoring and buddy system for all new starters Study support through Pay for Progression , including Certificate III, Diploma, and Early Childhood Teaching pathways (T&Cs apply) Strong promote-from-within culture with long-term career opportunities About the role: Educational Program and Practice Lead high quality programs aligned with the EYLF and LZ Assessment and Planning Cycle Support the Educational Leader and ensure strong documentation on Kinderm8 Lead development of the service philosophy and QIP Children’s Health and Safety Ensure compliance with child protection and mandated reporting Maintain supervision, ratios and safety procedures Oversee hygiene, safe food handling, first aid and incident reporting Physical Environment Maintain a safe, compliant and well resourced environment Manage repairs, maintenance and WHS requirements Staffing and Leadership Lead a positive, professional team culture Mentor educators, manage performance and support professional development Ensure qualifications and ratios meet NQF requirements Relationships with Families and Community Build strong, respectful partnerships with families Support community connections and family engagement Governance and Service Management Ensure compliance with National Law, Regulations and CCS requirements Manage enrolments, administration, reporting and financial performance About you: ACECQA Approved Diploma/Teaching Degree in Early Childhood Education Experience with staff development & leadership, experience in a similar role advantageous Strong knowledge and experience of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the National Quality Standards (NQS), ability to develop a QIP Outstanding level of verbal and written communication Strong computer skills Current First Aid, CPR, Child Protection, Asthma and Anaphylaxis Certificates Current Working with Children Check Little Zak's Child Safety Commitment Little Zak’s Academy is a Child Safe Organisation. We prioritise the safety, wellbeing, and rights of all children and maintain a strong culture of child safety across our services. As part of our commitment, we have a rigorous recruitment and screening process in place, including comprehensive reference checks, Police checks and child-safe employment checks. By applying for a role with Little Zak’s Academy, you acknowledge and agree to undergo all required child safety checks as part of our employment process. We are an equal opportunity workplace where diversity is embraced. We foster a culture that supports inclusion and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Do not miss out on this great opportunity! If this sounds like you then, please click ‘APPLY NOW’ or call 0485 982 484 for more information.
