Senior Centre Director

10 hours ago

Lane Cove, Australia Busy Bees Early Learning Australia Full time $64,000 - $88,000 per year

Senior Centre Director | Busy Bees Lane Cove

Location: Lane Cove, NSW

Licensed Capacity:

Hourly Rate: $50 – $55 per hour + Super (Negotiable for the right leader)

Lead with purpose. Grow a thriving community. Shape the future of early learning.

At Busy Bees, we believe every child deserves the best start in life — and every great centre deserves a leader who truly cares.

We're looking for an exceptional Senior Centre Director to guide our flagship Lane Cove Centre through its next exciting chapter.

Following an extensive heritage refurbishment, our Lane Cove Centre has reopened as a stunning, state-of-the-art environment and now we're ready to grow. This is your opportunity to lead enrolment growth, strengthen community connections, and set a new benchmark for quality early education in Sydney. 

What makes this opportunity special

  • Flagship centre: Lead the crown jewel of the Busy Bees Australia network - A heritage-listed building beautifully restored for modern early learning.

  • Growth opportunity: Drive enrolments and shape a high-performing culture as families rediscover this beloved community hub.

  • Tight-knit team: Work alongside passionate educators, many of whom have returned after the refurbishment, creating a supportive and welcoming workplace.

  • Leadership influence: Mentor other Centre Directors and 2ICs, expanding your impact beyond your own centre.

  • Global perspective: Access our Busy Bees Global Talent Exchange Program — visit overseas centres, share insights, and bring new ideas home.

What you'll do

  • Lead the day-to-day operations and continued growth of our flagship Lane Cove Centre

  • Build and inspire a strong team culture focused on excellence, care, and continuous improvement

  • Champion the Busy Bees values through outstanding family engagement and community partnerships

  • Mentor and develop other Centre Directors and 2IC's across the region

  • Partner with your Area Director to deliver on key business, quality, and educational objectives

  • Ensure compliance, safety, and quality standards align with NQF and EYLF frameworks

What you'll bring

  • Early Childhood qualification (Diploma or Bachelor)

  • Current Working with Children Check and eligibility as Nominated Supervisor

  • Proven experience leading a successful early learning service

  • Strong financial acumen and confidence managing budgets and staffing

  • A passion for coaching and team development

  • A values-driven leadership style and genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children

Why Busy Bees?

  • Competitive pay: $50 - $55/hr + Super (Negotiable for the right candidate)

  • 50% childcare discount for full-time staff

  • Career progression: leadership development and opportunities to grow with a fast-expanding organisation

  • Global Talent Exchange Program

  • Purpose-driven culture: Where people matter, children thrive, and great leaders make a lasting impact

If you're ready to lead growth, inspire others, and leave a legacy in one of Sydney's most iconic early learning centres — we'd love to hear from you.

 Apply now to join Busy Bees Lane Cove and help shape the next chapter in early education excellence.

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