Centre Director

At Green Leaves Early Learning, we believe in creating a sense of belonging for all, embracing different, and creating opportunities for our team to choose their own adventure
We're looking for someone extra special to join our Woodcroft team – to champion our Green Leaves Commitments and embed a culture of welcome, connection, kindness, and excellence.
Day to day, you can:
Live and breathe our Green Leaves Commitments in your day-to-day practice
Run smooth and efficient day-to-day operations while putting the children and team at the heart of everything we do
Create memorable experiences by greeting every family with warmth and delivering high-quality tours and orientations
Use your masterful knowledge of sector regulations, including the National Quality Standards and Early Years Learning Framework, to navigate what is required each day
Inspire your team to achieve best practice through active collaboration with our National Learning, Research and Development Partner (NLRDP) and the Centre's Educational Leader
Champion quality education & care by overseeing classroom curriculum and pedagogical documentation with the support of our NLRDP Partners and your Operations Support Manager
Be a part of the local community by building genuine connections with local families and networks
Work with your dedicated Talent Acquisition Specialist to attract our next generation of Educator superheroes.
In return, we offer a culture that recognises and rewards your contribution through our Green Leaves Work Perks:
A supportive and progressive culture that appreciates doing things a little bit differently
Generous wages + weekly pay
The 10% Educator Retention Grant Wage Boost - Green Leaves has secured the Government's "Worker Retention Payment Grant", and is excited to pass on this increase in wages to our valued team members
A Reward and Recognition Incentive paid annually in addition to your wage
Savings on childcare fees with our childcare discount of 75% off the gap fee
A structure that supports you with a Centre Leadership team, including a dedicated full-time Centre Administrator, and Educational Leader
Access to our exclusive supplier discount program, with great discounts on a range of suppliers
Add a boost your health and well-being with our comprehensive program (including a complimentary annual flu shot, our Annual Wellness Week and more)
Start your day right with Brekkie on us
Work alongside our National Learning, Research and Development Partners to provide support and guidance to your teams across all things Pedagogy including areas like Inclusion Support, Wellbeing and Sustainability
A comprehensive induction at our Brisbane Support Office, plus ongoing career development from experienced leaders
Access our online Green Leaves library for learning courses, promising learning anytime, anywhere
Our Acknowledge platform, which encourages sharing eCards to recognise our team members achievements
Team outings, team building and events + our Annual Centre Director's conference
About You:
An ACECQA-approved Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education
Current SA Working with Children Check
Current SA Child Protection Training
Current Anaphylaxis, Asthma, CPR and First Aid Certificates
Current Food Safety Supervisor certificate
Hands-on experience running a large Centre over 100 places, managing effective rostering and wage control, and guiding a sizable team's performance
Extraordinary leadership abilities with proven experience engaging, inspiring and growing a team of professional Educators
Strong knowledge of systems including Humanforce/Timetarget, Storypark, Qikkids, CCMS, Facebook and ISS.
Make Your Move
If you are a supportive and collaborative leader, ready to join a group where we do things a little bit differently, then make your move and apply now
At Green Leaves Early Learning, we prioritise the safety, well-being, and inclusion of all children, including those with disabilities.
We encourage applicants to share their experiences working with children with disabilities and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
We are committed to Reconciliation and fostering an environment where all First Nations Australians feel a strong sense of connection and belonging.
We welcome your experiences with Aboriginal children and communities.
Green Leaves Early Learning is committed to all aspects of child safety; including child protection, mandatory reporting and adopting the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations.