Centre Director

A leadership position that offers above-award pay plus WRG, achievable performance incentives, and roster autonomy so you can stop working just to live

At Early Years Talent, we connect early childhood professionals with services that prioritise people over profits. Expect above-award pay, real mentoring and career growth, and a strong focus on work-life balance, all in your local community.

Benefits include:

• Attractive salary well above award, plus a 10% annual work retention bonus to increase to 15% in December. 
• Performance incentives, including monthly KPIs and spot bonuses (yes, some are in cash)
• Flexible rosters take control of your hours to support true work-life balance
• Dedicated support, maintenance, recruitment, compliance and finance experts on hand via national office
• Professional growth pathways to Senior Centre Director, Area Manager, Operations roles and more
• Scholarships are available to pursue further study in Early Childhood Education
• Wellbeing support EAP, discounted health insurance, wellbeing programs and more
• Experienced Area Manager providing coaching, not micromanagement
• Plus, many other tangible and ongoing perks

About the role:

You will take the reins of an established, beautifully resourced 60-place service in Melbourne's inner southeast, guiding a passionate team to deliver exceptional care and education with one of Australia's largest childcare organisations. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading daily operations with a people-first mindset
• Fostering a culture of continuous improvement and reflective practice
• Building relationships with families, community stakeholders and regulatory bodies
• Maintaining compliance and embedding the NQF and EYLF into every facet of the program
• Driving enrolments and occupancy through reputation and results

About you:

You will likely be an experienced Assistant Director, Educational Leader, or Centre Director/Manager who is ready for their next challenge. You are energised by the opportunity to lead a team with heart and purpose. You will also need:

• A Diploma (or higher) qualification in Early Childhood Education
• The typical documentation - food safety, first aids, etc 
• 2-3+ years in a leadership role within a long-day care context
• Confidence with quality frameworks, compliance and QIP development
• A calm, collaborative and motivating leadership style
• Prior experience supporting an Assessment and Rating visit (desirable)

What next?

Click Apply and send through whatever version of your CV you have ready. A member of our team will be in touch to help shape the next steps. No stress if your CV needs a quick tidy-up. That's what we're here for.

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