Educational Service Director – Lead

• Lead a Purpose-Built Service in a Leadership Role Shaping Children's Futures
• Attractive salary of $140,000-$160,000 + generous housing & salary packaging
• Establish a new service and make it your own while contributing to a vibrant community
• Relocation assistance

Bourke and District Children's Services (BDCS)

Bourke & District Children's Services (BDCS) is a not-for-profit organisation located in the heart of Western NSW. We deliver a broad range of services including Preschool, Childcare, Mobile Playgroup, and After School Care (OSHC). BDCS is proudly community-driven and dedicated to improving the lives of children and families in the region through accessible, inclusive and high-quality care and education.

Our purpose-built facilities, passionate team, and wraparound approach support developmental outcomes for children and strong engagement with families. BDCS is deeply embedded in the local community and proudly supports First Nations families and initiatives through integrated service models.

We are a values-driven organisation, proudly collaborative, with a strong reputation for fostering systemic change through trust, cultural respect, and partnership.

About the Opportunity

Bourke & District Children's Services (BDCS)
is looking for a full-time
Educational Service Director
based in
Bourke, NSW.

This is a rare leadership opportunity where you'll take the reins to launch and lead a brand-new OSHC service from the ground up. Reporting to the General Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all daily operations, leading your team, and ensuring high-quality education and care aligned with national regulations.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Establishing and launching a brand-new after-school care service
• Providing relief support to other services (Preschool, Childcare, Mobile)
• Designing and implementing educational programs consistent with NQF, EYLF, and MTOP
• Leading staff including Diploma-qualified educators and support workers
• Managing budgets, enrolments, and rostering
• Ensuring compliance with National Law and Regulations
• Driving quality improvement and preparing for assessment and rating
• Building relationships with families, stakeholders, and the community

About You

To qualify, you will need an
ACECQA-approved Early Childhood Teaching qualification
and to be
eligible for appointment as Nominated Supervisor
. A minimum of
3-5 years' leadership experience
in early childhood education or a related setting is also essential.

Additionally, the following are also required:

• ACECQA-approved First Aid, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis qualifications
• Child protection training
• Strong understanding of CCS, funding requirements, and compliance systems
• Operational expertise in enrolments, budgeting, and resource allocation
• Familiarity with WHS and child protection frameworks

As our ideal candidate, you will be a resilient and proactive leader with a passion for early childhood development and community engagement. You thrive in autonomous environments, take initiative, and can confidently establish new programs from scratch.

This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a new service in a purpose-built facility with full support from an experienced team and access to the broader BDCS infrastructure.

You must hold or be eligible to obtain a Working With Children Check (WWCC), a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC), and a driver's licence.

First Nations persons are highly encouraged to apply.

Child Safety

As a Child Safe organisation, we are committed to child safety and have a zero-tolerance policy towards child abuse. All applicants are expected to uphold our child safety policies and procedures and understand that reference checks will be conducted to ensure that only suitable individuals are hired. Please click here to read our Statement of Commitment to Child Safety.

About the Benefits

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary of
$140,000 to $160,000
(based on skills and experience), plus a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Relocation & Housing

• Relocation assistance
  including up to 12 weeks accommodation in BDCS-provided housing
• Long-term housing support:
  BDCS will pay rental costs (~$350/week)
• 4 x return flights from Bourke to Dubbo - negotiable for the right candidate

Additional Benefits

• Salary packaging
  benefits up to
  $15,900
  , with rural and remote incentives
• Purchased leave
  : option to purchase up to
  8 weeks additional leave
• Discounted childcare/OSHC fees
  : up to
  95% discount
  and priority placement
• Access to fleet vehicles
  for work-related travel (e.g., conferences)
• Phone and laptop
  provided
• Employee wellbeing program
  access
• Training & Professional Development
  : funded support for mandatory certifications including
  First Aid, Asthma, Anaphylaxis, Diabetes management, and Child Protection
  training as required
• Support from the BDCS administrative team for business-level tasks

BDCS is an equal opportunity employer that fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion in its hiring practices. We celebrate our inclusive work environment and encourage candidates of all backgrounds and underrepresented sectors to apply.

BDCS is dedicated to creating a nurturing and supportive environment for both children and staff.

By joining our team, you will be part of an organisation that values community engagement, professional excellence, and a commitment to enhancing children's developmental outcomes.

Please note:
Applications for this position will remain open until a suitable pool of candidates is identified. As such, this vacancy may close without notice. If you're interested in this opportunity, we strongly encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

If you are a passionate leader ready to establish your legacy in a high-impact role, we want to hear from you. Apply now and help shape the future for children and families in Bourke