Early Learning Centre's ManagerLocation: Newcastle and Woodberry Early Learning Centre'sContract: Maximum-term leave coverage until 24/01/24Hours: 3 days per week, 48 hours f/n The OpportunityAre you looking for professional career development? Samaritans has a fantastic opportunity for an Early Learning Centre’s Manager to support and mentor the Nominated Supervisors at our 2 long day care centers' in Newcastle CBD and Woodberry. We are seeking a dedicated manager to provide leadership and direction for a 4 month maternity leave coverage position. Why work for us?Our team are the heart of what we do here at Samaritans. As a part of the Samaritans team, you have access to the following great benefits:Salary Packaging on a range of everyday living expenses (Mortgage, Rent and Bills), up to $611/fortnightUp to 40% off on school enrolment fees at any of our Newcastle Anglican schoolsAccess to 9% discount on Medibank private health insurance + more benefitsMeals & Entertainment Salary packaging up to $2,650 Access to Fitness Passport (over 300+gyms)Free access to our corporate Employee Assistance ProgramFlexible working options - 3 days are negotiable! Career and development opportunitiesThe opportunity to work within an innovative, collaborative team environmentYou work for us, but we also want to work for you! Is there something important to you we have missed? Let’s talk about it! THE ESSENTIALSDegree in Early Childhood Education, as recognised by ACECQA or similarProficient Teacher AccreditationDemonstrated understanding of the EYLF, NQS, NQF, National Law and RegulationsExperience with the Assessment and Rating process and an understanding of the changes taking affect this year.Demonstrated understanding of the funding guidelines for the Start Strong for Long Day Care program within the Early Years Commitment.Demonstrated understanding of the Child Care SubsidyAssist Directors in quality improvement planning, based on the self assessment of their centresAdvanced supervision, management, leadership skills and experience in working in a multi-disciplinary team setting.Sound understanding of contemporary issues and challenges in the field of child protection and approaches to enhancing child safety and wellbeingDemonstrated ability to respond to complaints and critical incidents in a timely and professional manner.Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation skills and self-management capabilities Who we are?Newcastle Anglican is at the core of some of the most well-known businesses within Newcastle, Hunter, Central Coast & Mid North Coast organisations. Our service agencies include Anglican Care and Samaritans as well as Newcastle Anglican Schools Corporation and 54 Anglican parishes.For more information on who we are and the work we do, visit www.newcastleanglican.org.au.For further information please email our Talent Team at careers@newcastleanglican.org.auTo apply click Apply now! Please include your cover letter and resume addressing your experience and qualifications.Applications Close: when we find you!Samaritans promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and young people.You must have the right to live and work in Australia.No agencies or third party applications please. AUDNewcastle2300