Childcare Centre Director

2 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Private Advertiser Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

An exciting opportunity has become available for a passionate and motivated person to lead a centre in the inner-west suburbs of Sydney. The centre is licenced for 60+ children and will require an experienced driven Director/Educational Leader who loves a challenge, has strong people skills and who can manage and lead by example

Plenty of support and mentorship from the Approved Provider, whilst you work autonomously in the role.

Position Available:

Centre Director:

This role is a leadership role where you will be engaging with children on a day to day basis but working off the floor, as well as leading and managing a team of educators all whilst building and maintaining strong positive relationships with children, their families and the local community.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

  • Oversee the daily operations of the centre.
  • Increase occupancy
  • Plan and implement quality programs using your knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS).
  • Ensure the centre is consistently well presented and offers a safe and welcoming environment.
  • Collaborate and support the ongoing development of each team member.
  • Maintain and manage resources across the centre.
  • Ensure all health & safety benchmarks are maintained at the highest level.
  • Initiate and participate in key events, centre tours and social/fundraising events.

What's in it for You?

  • Full time work off the floor
  • Great support and mentorship from a supportive approved provider.
  • Strong salary with performance bonuses
  • Opportunity to build a strong team and form a great culture
  • Ongoing paid professional development and allocated funding for resources

To be successful in this role, you will:

  • Have at least 3 to 5 years previous experience in a competent Director role for a high quality education and care
  • An ACECQA recognised qualification Early Childhood Teachers Degree, or be Diploma qualified.
  • Current First Aid, CPR, and Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications
  • A current Working with Children Check and Child Protection Certificate
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Demonstrated leadership experience and skills
  • To be a confident leader who can drive cultural change and develop a high performing team
  • Have a caring disposition and a positive attitude
  • Have an ability to communicate effectively with children, families and staff members
  • Possess a passion, enthusiasm, and a genuine love of working with children.
  • Highly desirable: sound understanding of CCS and Xplor Software however training can be provided.

If you wish to be a significant contributor to our early childhood care and education family and if you are passionate about developing the future of children then this is the right role for you

Applications:

We are primarily seeking the right individual for the role. If you are excited about the prospect of working with us, please send through your cover letter and resume and include your availability. We look forward to meeting you

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