Leading Early Childhood Services

2 weeks ago


Ballarat, Victoria, Australia beBeeLeadership Full time $100,000 - $110,000
Senior Leadership Position: Early Childhood Centre Director

This is a permanent, full-time senior leadership role for an experienced director to lead with purpose in a purpose-built centre offering exceptional care for children aged 6 weeks through to school age.

About the Opportunity:

This is an opportunity to partner closely with a national network of leaders to shape engaging programs and champion quality outcomes.

  • Inspire, guide, and empower educators through strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring to build a collaborative and high-performing team.
  • Lead the centre with integrity, ensuring alignment with the National Quality Framework (NQF), National Quality Standards (NQS), Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), and Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework (VEYLDF).
  • Champion the design, delivery, and evaluation of inclusive, child-led learning programs that support every child's growth, wellbeing, and curiosity.
  • Build authentic, respectful relationships with children, families, staff, and the broader community, creating a welcoming and connected environment.

The successful candidate will have:

  • Diploma, Graduate Diploma, or Degree in Early Childhood Education (ACECQA approved).
  • In-depth knowledge of the EYLF and National Quality Standards (NQS).
  • Strong understanding of compliance, regulations, and Child Safe Standards applicable to Victorian early childhood services.
  • High level of written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong computer and documentation skills.

The ideal candidate will possess proven leadership experience working in an Australian-based Early Learning setting as a Director, Manager, 2ic or Assistant Director.

We welcome applications from experienced Centre Managers seeking their next challenge, as well as exceptional Assistant Directors or 2ICs who are ready to step confidently into a senior leadership role.



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