2IC - Assistant Centre Manager

Exciting Opportunity for a 2IC to help lead our Smartland Varsity Lakes!

About Our Campus

Smartland Boutique Early Learning is a family‑owned provider offering high-quality, boutique childcare in warm, welcoming environments. We nurture each child’s curiosity and development through play-based learning and engaging indoor and outdoor experiences. Our centres focus on community connection and personalised care, helping children feel valued and supported. Smartland is dedicated to inspiring confident, happy learners while building strong relationships with families.

Role Requirements

We are seeking a dedicated 2IC (Assistant Campus Manager) to support the Campus Manager and lead the delivery of high-quality curriculum across the service. This role is ideal for a confident, relationship-focused leader with strong interpersonal skills, proven leadership attributes and a genuine passion for early childhood education and curriculum excellence.

The successful candidate will need:

• a Diploma of Early Childhood Education (or equivalent)
• a current and valid Working with Children Check
• a Current First Aid CPR and emergency Asthma and Anaphylaxis training.
• experience with the NQF, NQS, EYLF & the QKLG
• an ability to interpret curriculum documents
• effective oral and written communication skills

Key Role Responsibilities

• Assist the Campus Manager when needed and support/lead your team when required.
• Provide children with a safe, secure, welcoming and nurturing environment.
• Work collaboratively within a team to ensure the best outcomes for children and families.
• Oversee and role model the delivery of a high-quality, inclusive, educational program.
• Participate in professional and personal development.
• Promote the service within the local community in accordance with the Vision, Mission and Values.

Our service supports the Statement of Shared Commitment

• Every Interaction counts.
• Every child in our service has the right to feel safe culturally, emotionally and physically.
• We recognise the critical role of early childhood educators, including teachers, in creating inclusive, culturally safe and nurturing environments filled with positive interactions that support children’s social and emotional development, stimulate learning, and allow children a sense of belonging.
• Please only apply if you share this commitment to ensure that every child attending our service feels safe, secure and self-confident.

What's in it for you?

In return for your commitment to our ECEC community we will offer you:

• Above award rates for the right candidate
• Wage Retention Grant
• Flexible working arrangements
• Ongoing career support
• Fully funded professional development support
• Fully funded First Aid & CPR
• Up to 90% discount on childcare gap fee
• Access to an external Employee Assistance Program

How to apply

If you are looking to be part of a beautiful environment & caring community that provides all the little extras that make a difference to your working day, send through your cover letter & resume to explore the possibilities waiting for you.