Leadership Roles (Brand New Centre) - St Nicholas Forster

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Introduction:
St Nicholas Early Education is seeking passionate, dedicated, and experienced leaders to join our leadership team at our brand new centre in Forster, NSW. We are looking for an Assistant Director, Educational Leader, and Early Childhood Teachers to make a difference in our community.

As part of our growing network, you’ll play a key role in shaping engaging learning experiences for children, supporting the professional growth of educators, and contributing to our culture of high quality in early education and care.

The Benefits

St Nicholas offers a wide range of benefits that support and enrich the lives of our employees, including:

• mnBenefits program: Enjoy up to 10% off at top retailers with our mnBenefits program
• Remuneration: Highly competitive salary + Worker Retention Allowance + Super
• Flexibility: You will be supported to balance work and personal commitments through flexibility
• Growth: Paid sector-leading training and career progression within the organisation through a variety of learning and development pathways
• Facilities: Brand New State of the Art, purpose built centres powered by 100% green energy
• Additional Benefits: Employer-funded parental leave, salary packaging, corporate benefits including;
• Fitness Passport (T&C's apply), EAP and flu injections
• 50% off childcare fees for all full and part-time employees
• $1,000 staff referral bonuses ($1,500 for eligible positions)

Description:
About the Roles

Assistant Director
Support the Centre Director in leading daily operations and ensuring exceptional outcomes for children and families. You’ll mentor educators, manage compliance and administration, and step into leadership of the service when required.

Educational Leader
Inspire and guide our team of educators to deliver best-practice programs and pedagogy. You’ll work collaboratively to develop innovative, reflective, and inclusive learning environments for all children.

Early Childhood Teacher
Deliver high-quality educational programs that nurture curiosity, creativity, and confidence. You’ll work with the Educational Leader and team to design engaging, play-based learning experiences.

These roles are being offered on a permanent full- time basis, located at our Forster centre.

Skills and Experiences:
EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA

Demonstrated understanding of NQF, EYLF & child protection requirements
Proven ability to mentor, support, and motivate educators
Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills
Experience leading curriculum and pedagogical practice

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma in Children’s Services or Degree in Early Childhood Teaching as identified by Australian Children’s Education and care Authority
• Working With Children Check verification number
• Current First Aid Certificate, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Management training
• DEC approved child protection training certificate

If you genuinely share our passion for Early Childhood Education we would love to hear from you! APPLY now. We will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates as applications are received.

Applications for this position will only be considered if submitted through the following platforms: our careers page on our website, mnpeople, Indeed, Seek, or LinkedIn.

Applications close: 11:59pm, Friday 21 November 2025.

For any questions, please contact

Jodie Miller - Talent Partner
T: 02 4979 1368
E: jodie.miller@mn.catholic.org.au

Additional Information

The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons.

All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.

St Nicholas promotes the safety and wellbeing of children from culturally or linguistically diverse backgrounds and encourages applications from people from culturally or linguistically diverse background.

St Nicholas promotes the safety and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.