Centre Director

Centre Director/Nominated Supervisor - Peppertree Early Education Centre

Package $110,000-$120,000 per annum

Attractive Salary, plus company car & quarterly bonuses + Super
Start Date: Immediate

ABOUT US:

Lead With Purpose. Grow With Us. Inspire Every Day.

Peppertree Early Education Centre is a family-owned, purpose-built early childhood education service in the heart of Oxley Park. With a capacity of 71 places (ages 0-6), we're proud to offer a nurturing, creative and play-based learning environment where every child is known and valued.

We are now seeking a passionate and experienced Centre Director & Nominated Supervisor to take the lead in shaping the future of our brand-new centre. This is a long-term leadership opportunity for someone who truly wants to make an impact with taking a new centre off the ground and experience sustainable growth.

WHY JOIN Peppertree?

Attractive Remuneration package with option for future stakes in the business.

Family-owned business with strong values and work ethic

Leadership Role – Opportunities to Innovate and Influence Centre Direction

Create and grow the business while being its key ambassador.

Custom built, Well-Resourced Environment

Staff Recognition & Employee Benefits Program

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

We are seeking an experienced and inspiring Early Childhood leader who is dedicated to educational excellence and fostering a positive, collaborative culture. You will bring strong leadership and management capabilities, a child-centred philosophy, and a passion for empowering educators to thrive. Your proven ability to lead with vision and unity will set the tone for success. Experience in establishing a new service will be highly regarded.

To be considered, you will have:

Diploma or Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (ACECQA approved)

Minimum 3–5 years' Director/Centre Manager experience in Early Childhood

Working knowledge & strong understanding of the EYLF, NQS and QIP

Strong leadership in team development, culture and retention

Current NSW Working With Children Check

Approved Child Protection Training

First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis certification

Australian working rights (citizenship, residency or visa)

Confident communication, people management and organisational skills

Proven ability to drive occupancy, build community relationships and lead continuous improvement

Your Role & Key responsibilities at Peppertree:

Drive the centre's vision, pedagogy, and operations

Inspire, mentor and support a team of passionate educators

Maintain compliance, policies and exceed quality standards

Build strong relationships with children, families and the local community

Lead with confidence in enrolment growth, staffing, and strategic planning

Manage enrolments, occupancy, budgets, and staffing

Maintain high standards in educational programming and regulatory compliance

Champion a sustainable and inclusive learning environment

Apply strategic thinking and analytical skills to guide decision-making

"Not just a job – a chance to shape lives, lead with purpose, and create a centre from the ground up."

Peppertree is ready for a leader who believes in heart-led education, wants to make a difference every day, and is excited to build a centre from the ground up. In return we offer future life changing opportunities.

Ready to take the next step?
Click "Apply Now" or email your resume directly to [emailprotected]

Be the leader who sets the tone for an inspiring learning journey – from the very beginning.

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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 Nominated Supervisor? Have you completed a Bachelor of Education - Early Childhood? Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check? Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the National Quality Framework? Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the early years learning framework? How many years of people management experience do you have?

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