Are you a passionate early childhood leader ready to make a real impact at a thriving, community-focused centre?
About the Centre
This centre is a well-established, Exceeding-rated community-based early learning centre located in St Ives. Proudly operating under the same ownership since its establishment, our centre has built a strong reputation for excellence, stability, and genuine community connection.
The service caters for up to 53 children across 3 rooms and operates from 7:30am to 6:00pm. The centre features a thoughtful blend of natural and built play environments and resonates with those who value a warm, homely atmosphere for both children and educators.
About the Role
The centre is seeking a dedicated and experienced Centre Director who values collaboration, inclusivity, and high-quality early education. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will be working on the floor alongside your team while also overseeing the day-to-day operations of the service.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Lead and support marketing initiatives to promote the service and maintain strong occupancy
- Oversee the daily operations of the long day care centre in accordance with policies and procedures
- Provide clear leadership, direction, and ongoing guidance to all educators
- Manage key operational functions including occupancy, wage control, rostering, and budgeting
- Maintain a strong focus on the safety and wellbeing of children, educators, families, the community, and the Approved Provider
- Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional learning and personal development
- Lead recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing mentoring and support of educators
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
- Proven experience working as a Nominated Supervisor
- A Diploma in Children's Services or a Degree in Early Childhood Education
- Current Working with Children Check, Child Protection Training, National Child Safety Training, and First Aid certification
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities
- In-depth knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), National Quality Standards (NQS), and the Assessment and Rating process
- A mature, confident leadership style with strong decision-making abilities
- Demonstrated experience in team management, compliance, and centre operations
- Strong business expertise with the ability to balance quality care and centre performance
- Excellent communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills
- The ability to thrive in a diverse and multicultural environment
- A genuine passion for delivering high-quality education and care in partnership with educators, children, families, and the wider community
- Excellent written, digital, and verbal communication skills
- Two professional references
This role offers:
- The chance to lead a centre with a strong community reputation and exceeding rating
- Extra paid holidays each year
- Discount on childcare fees
- A fully stocked and well-equipped centre
- Work alongside experienced, highly qualified colleagues who inspire and motivate you to achieve excellence
If you are a hands-on leader who values people, culture, and quality education, while also bringing a strong business mindset, we would love to hear from you.
Please contact Nicole at nicole.pal@childcarecrew.com.au or call her at 02 9054 7407. We're here to help you take that next step in your leadership career!
Once you apply, you'll receive an email with a few additional questions to help us progress your application.
