Preschool Centre Director

Program: Preschool

Location: Deniliquin, NSW

Hours: Monday to Friday during school terms

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The Opportunity

Intereach is proud to be establishing a brand-new Preschool Program in Deniliquin and we are seeking an inspiring Preschool Centre Director to lead this service from the ground up.

This is a rare opportunity to shape a new preschool, develop the culture, build a passionate team, and deliver high-quality early learning experiences for local children aged 3–6.

If you're looking for a meaningful career step — or even considering a tree change — Deniliquin offers a warm community and relaxed regional lifestyle:

You Will Bring

• The desire to deliver high-quality preschool education.
• Working knowledge of the Early Years Learning Frameworks (EYLF).
• Sound understanding of the Education and Care Services National Law and the Education and Care Services National Regulations
• A Diploma in Early Childhood Education or Teaching qualification as approved by the Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA)
• Completed an approved child protection Statement of Attainment
• Hold CHCPRT025 - Identify and respond to children and young people at risk (or willingness to obtain).
• Current NSW Working With Children Check and First Aid (including CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis) (HLTAID012 - in an education and care setting)
• Food handling Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
• Current PRODA registration identification number (or willingness to obtain)
• Australian working rights.
• Current Australian Drivers License.
• Criminal Record Check (arranged by Intereach).

Key Responsibilities

• As the founding Director of a brand-new preschool, you will:
• Lead, coordinate and manage the day-to-day operations of the service.
• Establish and embed a high-quality, innovative educational program aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework.
• Build a positive team culture and mentor educators in best practice.
• Foster strong relationships with families and community stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations and the National Quality Framework

What We Offer

• A unique opportunity to establish and lead a brand-new preschool program.
• School-term hours with school holidays off.
• Professional recognition - lead curriculum delivery and gain accreditation support.
• Salary Packaging - financial benefits of working for a not-for-profit: salary packaging up to $15,900 tax-free. Meal and entertainment benefits, as well as novated leasing options.
• A supportive, inclusive team culture where diversity and equality are valued.
• A values-driven, not-for-profit environment.
• Ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities.
• Up to six weeks paid parental leave and five days study leave each year.
• Free access to EAP counselling or coaching as well as wellbeing program and wellbeing portal. Fitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price.
• Annual flu shot (optional).
• First Nations Support and Cultural Leave.
• Retail discounts on insurance, travel and technology.

About Intereach

Intereach is a community-based, not-for-profit organisation working across regional NSW and Victoria. For over 50 years we've delivered services that strengthen communities and improve lives.

Intereach recently took home awards for Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion, Employer of Choice (21 employees and over), and the coveted 2025 Business of the Year award at the annual Deniliquin Business Chamber Excellence Awards.

Apply now

Join Intereach and help deliver exceptional early childhood education to children in your community.

Click 'Apply Now' and follow the prompts. We encourage you to apply promptly as applications may close prior to the closing date. Applications will be assessed as they are received, with suitable candidates contacted and progressed without delay.

We can offer alternative ways of applying for anyone who may not be able to apply via our website.

For more information

For further information or to request a copy of the position description related specifically to this role please contact:

• Our Talent Acquisition Team on or for general enquiries or confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
• Kerri-Anne Hyde (General Manager – Operations) on for any role specific enquiries.

We are an Inclusive employer and proudly welcome applicants from all walks of life. People of all ages, backgrounds, and cultures are encouraged to apply.

As a Child Safe organisation Intereach is committed to upholding high standards of child safety in everything we do. We strive to create and maintain an environment where all children feel safe, respected.

Intereach is a well-respected community organisation supporting 38 local government areas with over 550 staff and more than 30 impactful programs. We're proud of our strong culture and our vision of Strong Connected Communities. We believe in people, and we invest in your growth and wellbeing.