Chidcare Director Extraordinaire

Our Centre is thriving under a committed culture of support and mentorship by our owners. We are currently seeking a skilled centre director who desires career advancement and diversity and who operates with dynamic and inclusive leadership to create effective, positive, and supportive foundations within the center and early childhood industry.

Operational management and relational experience with advocacy for the highest quality care and education for our children whilst supporting families and the local community, with a high-quality understanding of the early childhood system.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of our journey and become an inspirational leader of a team who is open and welcoming to suggestions offered to help improve our current operations.

Our centre, located in Rural Queensland, provides a rare opportunity and access to:

• High-level career advancement
• Invaluable support and mentorship by the owners

If you are willing to relocate to Mount Isa:

• 2 weeks of paid accommodation assistance
• Substantial financial assistance for your relocation

We are dedicated and committed to children by creating a foundation in our team that:

• Prides itself on being passionate and focused on creating fun and inclusive environments for all to enjoy.
• Is ready to embark on an amazing developmental journey, providing inspirational pathways and opportunities.
• Seeks to view the world from a child's eye and provide the tools and pathways for solid foundations.
• Adapts different teaching strategies to support critical thinking, problem-solving, knowledge, and understanding.
• Creates and maintains professional and collaborative relationships with families and local community links.
• Respects and acknowledges educator input, valuing every team member's contribution to the whole by valuing and fostering ideas and inspiration.

• Diploma, Advanced Diploma, or Bachelor qualifications
• Current Blue Card
• Current First Aid and CPR – desirable

• Time management and communication skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A commitment to best practice and early years learning
• Demonstrated leadership skills and commitment to mentoring team members
• An understanding of the National Quality Framework, National Law & Regulations, and the Assessment and Rating Process
• An understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework and Kindergarten Learning Guidelines
• A commitment to ongoing professional learning and personal growth
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative

• Remuneration: $90,000 - $110,000 + super to start plus annual reviews
• Relocation allowance to Mount Isa: $2,500 - $5,000 (if applicable)
• 2 weeks paid accommodation assistance (if applicable)
• Discretionary bonus structure after 12 months of employment
• 50% staff discount off the gap fee if children attend the center
• Free Fire Safety training yearly
• Free Safe Sleep Training (SIDS QLD) yearly
• Free ACA yearly membership
• Free Members Conference at the Gold Coast over 2 days (one night) – partners are welcome to join the weekend

Benefits of joining our team

• Family-owned centre with high levels of respect shown throughout
• Mentoring to encourage professional development and opportunities to network with educators within the local community
• Regular morning teas and lunches provided to all staff each month by the owners
• TIL provided for attending staff Team Meetings (can be used by Educators to enjoy a half day/early finish) with food and drink provided at each meeting
• We pride ourselves on effective team collaboration, with team-building opportunities at meetings and external activities out of hours
• All expenses paid dinner and drinks to celebrate the year, plus an end-of-year gift hamper or gift cards for each educator

Start Date: can be flexible for the right candidate

Salary match | Number of applicants | Skills match

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Childcare Centre Director?
• Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework?
• Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the National Quality Framework?
• How many years of people management experience do you have?