centre director

3 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Peppertree Early Education Centre Full time $110,000 - $120,000 per year

Centre Director/Nominated Supervisor - Peppertree Early Education Centre

Package $110,000-$120,000 per annum

Attractive Salary, plus company car & quarterly bonuses + Super

Start Date: Immediate

ABOUT US:

Lead With Purpose. Grow With Us. Inspire Every Day.

Peppertree Early Education Centre is a family-owned, purpose-built early childhood education service in the heart of Oxley Park. With a capacity of 71 places (ages 0-6), we're proud to offer a nurturing, creative and play-based learning environment where every child is known and valued.

We are now seeking a passionate and experienced Centre Director & Nominated Supervisor to take the lead in shaping the future of our brand-new centre. This is a long-term leadership opportunity for someone who truly wants to make an impact with taking a new centre off the ground and experience sustainable growth.

WHY JOIN Peppertree?

  • Attractive Remuneration package with option for future stakes in the business.
  • Family-owned business with strong values and work ethic
  • Leadership Role – Opportunities to Innovate and Influence Centre Direction
  • Create and grow the business while being its key ambassador.
  • Custom built, Well-Resourced Environment
  • Staff Recognition & Employee Benefits Program

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

We are seeking an experienced and inspiring Early Childhood leader who is dedicated to educational excellence and fostering a positive, collaborative culture. You will bring strong leadership and management capabilities, a child-centred philosophy, and a passion for empowering educators to thrive. Your proven ability to lead with vision and unity will set the tone for success. Experience in establishing a new service will be highly regarded.

To be considered, you will have:

  • Diploma or Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (ACECQA approved)
  • Minimum 3–5 years' Director/Centre Manager experience in Early Childhood
  • Working knowledge & strong understanding of the EYLF, NQS and QIP
  • Strong leadership in team development, culture and retention
  • Current NSW Working With Children Check
  • Approved Child Protection Training
  • First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis certification
  • Australian working rights (citizenship, residency or visa)
  • Confident communication, people management and organisational skills
  • Proven ability to drive occupancy, build community relationships and lead continuous improvement

Your Role & Key responsibilities at Peppertree:

  • Drive the centre's vision, pedagogy, and operations
  • Inspire, mentor and support a team of passionate educators
  • Maintain compliance, policies and exceed quality standards
  • Build strong relationships with children, families and the local community
  • Lead with confidence in enrolment growth, staffing, and strategic planning
  • Manage enrolments, occupancy, budgets, and staffing
  • Maintain high standards in educational programming and regulatory compliance
  • Champion a sustainable and inclusive learning environment
  • Apply strategic thinking and analytical skills to guide decision-making

"Not just a job – a chance to shape lives, lead with purpose, and create a centre from the ground up."

Peppertree is ready for a leader who believes in heart-led education, wants to make a difference every day, and is excited to build a centre from the ground up. In return we offer future life changing opportunities.

Ready to take the next step?

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Be the leader who sets the tone for an inspiring learning journey – from the very beginning.

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