Centre Director

Blossom Preschool; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Professional development

Supportive team environment

Flexible working arrangements

Staff wellbeing and work-life balance

Access to wellbeing support

Job summary

Blossom Preschool in Sans Souci NSW is seeking an experienced Centre Director to lead the centre's strategic direction and daily operations. This full-time role focuses on maintaining high standards of early childhood education, safety, and care while engaging with families and the wider community.

You will mentor educators, manage budgets, ensure regulatory compliance under ACECQA and NQF, and drive quality improvement.

Qualifications

• Recognised early childhood teaching qualification (Diploma or Bachelor of Early Childhood Education) or equivalent.
• Current Working with Children Check clearance or eligibility to obtain one.
• Minimum five years' experience in early childhood education and care settings.
• At least two years' leadership or management experience in an educational or care setting.
• Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework and ACECQA requirements.
• Experience in staff recruitment, training and performance management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Sound financial and business management capabilities.
• Passion for early childhood education and commitment to child safety and wellbeing.
• First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Experience in quality improvement and continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and vision for the centre and align with Blossom Preschool's mission.
• Manage day-to-day operations including staffing, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with ACECQA, NQF, and relevant regulations.
• Lead, supervise, and develop a team of educators with mentoring and professional growth.
• Oversee quality early childhood education programmes and curriculum frameworks.
• Build positive relationships with families and the local community through regular communication.
• Monitor centre safety, health and wellbeing standards and risk management.
• Manage financial aspects including budgets, fees, and reporting.
• Drive quality improvement initiatives based on feedback from families and staff.
• Engage in professional networking and keep abreast of developments in early childhood education.

Skills

Leadership

Staff hiring

Budgeting

ACECQA knowledge

Communication

Operations management

Strategic planning

Child safety

First Aid

CPR

Education leadership

Education

Diploma/Bachelor of Early Childhood Education

Job description

Blossom Preschool is a family owned and operated early childhood education and care centre committed to nurturing young minds and fostering a supportive, inclusive learning environment. We believe in the power of quality childcare and education to shape the futures of the children in our community. Our centre is built on values of creativity, compassion, and excellence, and we pride ourselves on our passionate team of educators and our strong partnerships with families.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Centre Director to lead Blossom Preschool in Sans Souci NSW. This is a full-time position that plays a crucial strategic and operational role within our organisation. As Centre Director, you will be responsible for the overall management, leadership, and success of the centre, ensuring the highest standards of early childhood education, safety, and care are maintained at all times. You will work closely with educators, families, and the wider community to create an environment where every child can thrive and develop.

Key responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and vision for the centre, ensuring alignment with Blossom Preschool's mission and values
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the centre, including staffing, budgeting, and resource allocation
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and standards set by the Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) and National Quality Framework (NQF)
• Lead, supervise, and develop a team of educators, providing mentoring, training, and professional development opportunities
• Oversee the implementation of quality early childhood education programmes and curriculum frameworks
• Build and maintain positive relationships with families and the local community through regular communication and engagement
• Monitor and maintain centre safety, health, and wellbeing standards, including incident reporting and risk management
• Manage financial aspects of the centre including budgets, fees, and reporting
• Undertake quality improvement initiatives and respond to feedback from families, staff, and regulatory bodies
• Participate in professional networking and keep abreast of developments in early childhood education

What we’re looking for

• A recognised early childhood teaching qualification (Diploma or Bachelor of Early Childhood Education) or equivalent relevant qualification
• Current Working with Children Check clearance or eligibility to obtain one
• Minimum 5 years' experience working in early childhood education and care settings
• At least 2 years' experience in a leadership or management position within an educational or care setting
• Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework and ACECQA requirements
• Demonstrated experience in staff recruitment, training, and performance management
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders
• Sound financial and business management capabilities
• A genuine passion for early childhood education and commitment to child safety and wellbeing
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Current First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Experience in quality improvement and continuous professional development

What we offer

• A competitive salary package reflecting experience and qualifications
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities to support your career growth
• A supportive and collaborative team environment where your leadership is valued
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young children and their families
• Flexible working arrangements where appropriate
• A centre culture that prioritises staff wellbeing and work-life balance
• Access to employee assistance programmes and wellbeing support