Centre & Assistant Director | Lead a New Childcare Centre in Bentleigh, VIC

19 hours ago

Bentleigh Victoria, Australia Bright Steps Academy Bentleigh Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Centre Director & Assistant Director | Bentleigh, VIC

Above-Award Pay + 50% Childcare Discount + Wellbeing Perks

Bright Steps Academy is opening a brand-new, purpose-built childcare centre in Bentleigh, VIC, and we're looking for a Centre Director and Assistant Director to lead our founding team.

This is your chance to shape the culture of a new centre, inspire a passionate team, and make a real difference for children, families, and the community — all while upholding the highest child safety standards.


What you'll do – Centre Director
  • Lead, mentor, and inspire a passionate team of educators
  • Oversee enrolments, compliance, and smooth daily operations
  • Build strong family and community partnerships
  • Drive quality outcomes, curriculum implementation, and continuous improvement
  • Set the vision and culture for a new centre
  • Ensure child safety and wellbeing are at the core of every decision and practice

What you'll do – Assistant Director
  • Support the Centre Director in leading and mentoring the team
  • Assist with day-to-day operations and administrative tasks
  • Help manage enrolments, compliance, and reporting requirements
  • Contribute to curriculum delivery and quality improvement initiatives
  • Step in as acting Centre Director when required
  • Support and uphold child safety policies and procedures throughout the centre

What we're looking for
  • 2+ years leadership experience in Early Childhood Education (Centre Director)
  • ECT qualification or Diploma (or equivalent)
  • Strong knowledge of NQF, EYLF & compliance standards
  • A genuine passion for inspiring people and delivering high-quality care
  • Commitment to child safety, wellbeing, and creating a nurturing, protected environment

Why join Bright Steps Academy?
  • Above-award salary reflecting your experience
  • 50% off childcare gap fees for your children or grandchildren
  • Birthday leave + wellbeing day each year
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental wellbeing
  • Ongoing professional development and career progression
  • Supportive, values-driven culture where your voice matters
  • 10% approved workers retention grant

Apply today with your resume + short cover letter and be part of something meaningful.

Bright Steps Academy Bentleigh – where leaders inspire, children shine, and safety is always a priority.

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