About Us
For over 11 years, Rise & Shine Kindergarten has been a trusted name in early childhood education. We’re proudly family-owned and operated, and we know that the magic of early learning starts with the people who deliver it. Our educators aren’t just employees — they’re the heart of everything we do.
We’re growing across 15 centres in NSW and QLD, and we’re looking for passionate educators to grow with us. At Rise & Shine, you’ll feel supported, valued, and inspired every day — because when our educators thrive, so do the children and families we serve.
We’re looking for an experienced Diploma or ECT qualified educator to step into a Second in Charge role at Marrickville, working alongside the Centre Director to lead the team and deliver a high-quality program aligned with the EYLF and our Shine Advantage Curriculum.
About the role
Reporting to the Centre Director, you’ll be a key leader in the service – guiding educators, supporting families, and stepping up as Acting Director when required. Your responsibilities will include:
Program & practice
- Planning, implementing and evaluating a developmentally appropriate program for individual children and groups, in line with the EYLF and Shine Advantage Curriculum
- Recording observations and using them to inform program planning and support each child’s learning
- Developing and reviewing daily care routines
- Planning for the inclusion of children with additional needs, including children with disabilities, complex health needs, Aboriginal children, and children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
- Maintaining a safe, well-resourced learning environment and ensuring the room reflects Rise & Shine’s expectations
Leadership & team support
- Leading, mentoring and directing educators across the service
- Providing fair, effective day-to-day supervision and modelling best practice
- Supervising students on placement and trainees as delegated by the Director
- Promoting a culture of continuous learning, accountability and duty of care
- Supporting compliance with the NQF, Education and Care Services National Regulations, and centre policies and procedures
Families & community
- Building positive, respectful relationships with families
- Providing verbal and written updates to families as delegated by the Director
- Encouraging family input into the life of the service
Administration & compliance
- Ensuring accurate completion of timesheets and records for your team
- Meeting reporting requirements and contributing to administrative improvements
- Upholding child protection, WHS, and confidentiality obligations at all times
- Assuming the role of Centre Director in their absence
What you’ll bring
- AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Degree in Early Childhood Education (or equivalent)
- Current Working with Children Check, First Aid, CPR, Asthma, Anaphylaxis and Child Protection training
- Sound knowledge of the EYLF, NQF, and relevant regulations
- Strong leadership, communication, observation and time-management skills
- Confidence using digital tools for documentation and programming
- A genuine commitment to children’s learning, safety and wellbeing
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
- Generous pay rates that exceed industry standards
- Gift voucher and paid day off during your birthday week
- Up to 75% discount on our premium childcare rates
- Allocated off the floor programming time
- Opportunities for career growth and long term stability
- Supportive leadership and a genuinely great team culture
- Employee assistance program
- Refer a friend bonuses
- Uniforms provided including hats
- Surprises, gifts and celebrations throughout the year
- Exclusive access to ORBIT – our futuristic STEM Learning Hub
- Ready to Apply? Hit Apply and send us your application.
We’d also love for you to take a virtual tour of our centres and explore our ORBIT STEM Learning Hub at riseandshine.edu.au/locations
Please submit your resume to apply.
Child Safe Standards: All candidates will be required to complete a Prohibition Declaration as part of our recruitment process. Rise & Shine is committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for all children and young people, and we uphold our responsibilities under the Child Safe Standards.
