Assistant Director
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- Ripley
- Assistant Centre Director
- Permanent Full Time
At C&K, our purpose is to make a positive impact on children’s lives. It’s what we’ve been doing for more than 115 years. Through evidence-based thinking, hard work and true compassion, we’ve built a trusted reputation as Queensland’s leading provider of early childhood education. And as a child safe organisation, we put children's safety and wellbeing at the heart of everything we do, creating nurturing spaces where children can learn, explore, play and grow.
Looking for your next adventure as an Assistant Director? Join C&K Ripley and make a difference every day!
- Diploma Qualified Assistant Director
- $40.90 - $42.23 per hour + super
- Perm Full-Time: Monday to Friday - 38 hours per week
- Centre Operational Hours: 6:30am - 6:30pm
This role is ideal for an experienced Lead Educator or Educational Leader ready to take the next step into leadership while continuing to inspire children through hands-on practice. You’ll lead the Toddler room, support your team, and play an important role in creating a high-quality learning environment.
C&K Ripley is an Exceeding-rated 87-place early learning service in Ripley that celebrates individuality and diversity, with strong team support, nutritious onsite meals, and a rich connection to nature. It’s a nurturing place where children and educators can grow.
This isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to build a meaningful, long-term career surrounded by people who value your experience, ideas, and passion for early learning.
Find Your Better Way and Enjoy the Benefits
Every C&K career helps children belong and grow. We’ll set you up for success with a range of benefits, programs and opportunities to help you earn, be well and grow.
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Real work-life balance
Enjoy flexible hours on a rotating roster -
Flexible employment options
We’re open to both full-time and part-time arrangements to support your lifestyle and commitments. -
Save on childcare costs
Access priority enrolment and receive up to 75% off gap fees at C&K childcare centres. -
$1000 Referral Program
C&K employees can receive up to a $1,000 reward for each successful referral for permanent or contract employees. -
Ongoing professional development
Access subsidised training through C&K College and scholarships of up to $6,000 through the Qualifications Pathway Program. -
Exclusive staff discounts
Enjoy access to hundreds of retail discounts and health insurance deals through our partnership with BUPA & Smartrewards. -
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
That includes financial counselling, nutrition coaching, individual counselling and specialist support for LGBTIQA+ and First Nations individuals. -
Join a team that feels like family
Work in a welcoming, supportive centre culture where educators genuinely value and support one another. -
Make a meaningful impact every day
Help shape children’s early learning journeys in a nurturing, play-based environment with Queensland’s leading early childhood provider.
What You’ll Bring
If you’re committed to guiding children’s early learning and development, we’ll set you up for success! We strongly uphold our child safety policies and procedures. To thrive and succeed in this role, you will have:
- Completed Diploma of Early Childhood Education (or ACECQA-approved equivalent)
- Current First Aid, CPR and Asthma and Anaphylaxis certification.
- Valid Blue Card or Exemption Card.
- Completed National Child Safety Training – Foundation Certificate (Geccko)
- A Police Check current within three months (or willingness to obtain one)
You will bring a passion for achieving long-lasting, high-quality outcomes for children, their families and the community alongside a team-player mindset - when you join C&K, you join a village of good-hearted, talented people, so you can lean on them as they lean on you.
About the Centre
C&K Ripley is an Exceeding rated service approved for 87 children, offering a warm, inclusive, and inspiring environment where every child is respected as a capable and unique learner. We are seeking a nurturing Diploma-qualified Educator who brings warmth, curiosity, and a willingness to jump in and give anything a go.
At C&K Ripley, we recognise that every child learns differently. We are committed to meeting the individual needs of children and their families, and we proudly celebrate diversity in all its forms, including culture, religion, neurodiversity, and parenting styles. This inclusive philosophy is at the heart of everything we do.
The centre features an onsite chef who prepares nutritious meals daily, with a dedicated dining space where children enjoy shared mealtimes together. Conveniently located at the corner of Nevis Street and Fischer Road in Ripley, the centre is just a short 3-minute drive from Ripley Central State School. Children also enjoy the unique benefit of the centre backing onto “Scott’s Farm”, where they delight in spotting cows and connecting with the natural world.
This role is ideal for someone passionate about early learning and eager to grow their career within a supportive and collaborative environment. You will be part of a dedicated team, guided by a leader who works alongside you, providing encouragement, professional development opportunities, and genuine support every step of the way.
If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and grow with us, we’d love to welcome you to C&K Ripley.
Join C&K Ripley and help us create a place where every child belongs, learns, and grows.
C&K is a child-safe organisation and all C&K employees are required to undergo a police check and not be a ‘Restricted Person’ or Suspended Educator under the QLD Blue Card System.
We welcome applicants who identify as an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, have a Culturally and /or Linguistically Diverse background and/or those with additional needs.
Ripley, QLD
