Centre Director

1 week ago

Hervey Bay Fraser Coast, Australia Children First Early Education Gympie Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

This is your chance to lead a start up team As part of the Centre Leadership team, you'll play a pivotal role supporting and developing Educators & Teachers in your centre. You'll form strong relationships with children, families and communities, and understand the significance of your role.

What we can offer you

  • A negotiable salary with weekly wages + quarterly bonuses
  • 10% ECEC grant wage increase on top of a competitive base rate
  • Wages paid weekly
  • 75% off out-of-pocket childcare fees
  • Access to discounts from hundreds of well-known brands and retailers, including groceries, fuel, gyms, leisure and utilities
  • Access to novated vehicle leasing, enhancing your take-home pay
  • Brand new team to lead and mentor
  • Free annual flu shot, first aid, asthma, and anaphylaxis certification.
  • Free annual child protection training
  • Complimentary annual child protection training.
  • Leading indoor and outdoor learning environments.
  • The opportunity to shape the center into success.
  • Innovative learning settings to foster strong pedagogical practice.
  • Professional development and leadership programs.
  • Growth opportunities within our fast-growing company.
  • A friendly and supportive management team.

About the role

  • Managing day-to-day operations in accordance with legislative requirements and company policies.
  • Providing leadership, mentorship, and guidance to our dedicated staff.
  • Ensuring the delivery of high-quality early learning programs by our passionate educators.
  • Effectively handling and managing  the centre's staffing rosters and financial requirements in line with budget guidelines.
  • Establishing and nurturing strong relationships with children, families, educators, the local business community, and all stakeholders.
  • Actively participating in attracting, converting, and retaining families through effective management of tours, enrolments, and orientation in collaboration with our Enrolments Team.

About you

  • Hold a Diploma in Children's Services or an Early Childhood Degree approved by ACECQA.
  • Must have previous experience as a Centre Director in an early childhood setting
  • Maintain current Blue Card, approved First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis, and Asthma qualifications
  • Exhibit an extensive understanding of the Early Years Learning Development Framework, National Quality Standards (NQS), and Quality Improvement Plan (QIP)
  • Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Showcase the ability to lead and mentor a team of dedicated early childhood professionals.
  • Demonstrate the ability to incorporate critical thinking and reflective practice into daily operations.

How to apply

If you share the same passion for delivering exceptional service as us, then don't miss this opportunity and click 'Apply Now'

Alternatively, send your resume and cover letter to - with the subject line Gympie- Centre Director

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