Centre Director

Guardian Childcare & Education; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary and bonuses

Recognition and reward culture

Job summary

A leading childcare organization in Elsternwick is looking for a Centre Director to lead their team and manage an exceptional childcare environment. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a passion for community engagement, and a proven track record in running high-performing centres. This is a full-time position that offers attractive salary and benefits in the education sector.

Qualifications

• A track record of running high-performing centres with exceptional results.
• Inspiring leadership that brings out the best in your team.
• Ability to connect with families and the local community.

Responsibilities

• Continue to build on a strong team culture.
• Run your centre like it is your own with support available.
• Give families an experience to rave about.
• Motivate your amazing team to reach their full potential.

Skills

Inspiring leadership

Community engagement

Team motivation

High-performance management

Job description

Overview

As the Centre Director at Guardian Elsternwick, you will bring the energy - leading an awesome team, backing big ideas, and creating a space that feels like home.

We do not settle for ordinary and we are looking for a Centre Director who will drive incredible results and make a great impact for children and teams. If you have what it takes to create an environment where everyone thrives, this is your chance to join one of the best in the sector.

Responsibilities

• Continue to build on a strong team culture
• Run your centre like it is your own - you are in control - with a great support network around you when you need it
• Give families an experience to rave about - you will be the Centre of choice in your community
• Motivate an amazing team to reach their full potential

What you will bring

• A track record of running high-performing centres with exceptional results (Meeting or Exceeding)
• Inspiring leadership that brings out the best in your team
• Ability to connect with families and the local community. Your past centres are well respected and recognised
• A genuine passion for creating amazing spaces where teams and children flourish

The Centre

Our Exceeding centre in Elsternwick has a culturally diverse team of Educators who enjoy taking the children out and about on regular excursions, so we have a great connection with the surrounding community.

If you are ready to run your own centre that is a home away from home, your journey begins here.

Benefits and Rewards

Get rewarded with salary and bonuses, great perks and a culture of reward and recognition. Your contribution will pay off.

Equality, Diversity and Safety

Guardian Childcare & Education values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress. We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.

At Guardian Childcare & Education, children\'s safety and wellbeing are our top priority. We have zero tolerance for any form of abuse or harm. We rigorously screen all potential team members, requiring a 10-year verifiable resume, 5 years of direct manager references, and other security checks to ensure they meet our high standards. For those who have not been in employment that long, these expectations will be adjusted.

Role details

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Education
• Industries: Education Administration Programs

Location: Elsternwick, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia