Centre Director

Imagine Education Group; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Negotiable salary

Childcare fee discounts 75%

Brand discounts

Novated vehicle leasing

Free annual certifications

Free annual Child Protection Training

Professional development & growth

Job summary

Imagine Education Group is seeking a driven Centre Director to lead and support a team of Educators while managing day-to-day operations. You will shape the centre's educational program, oversee staffing and budgeting, and build strong relationships with families and the community.

A non-contact Assistant Director will support governance and leadership. Applicants must hold a Diploma in Children's Services or ACECQA-approved Early Childhood Degree, have Centre Director experience, and current

Qualifications

• Diploma in Children's Services or ACECQA-approved Early Childhood Degree.
• Previous Centre Director experience in an early childhood setting.
• Current Blue Card and approved First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis, and Asthma qualifications.
• Strong understanding of EYLF, NQS and QIP.
• Ability to implement stimulating programs and develop a curriculum based on children's interests.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations in line with legislative requirements and company policies.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to staff.
• Implement educational programs and experiences tailored to each child's needs.
• Oversee staffing rosters and financial requirements within budget guidelines.
• Build strong relationships with children, families, educators, and the local community.
• Lead enrolments, tours, and orientation in collaboration with the Enrolments Team.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Budgeting

Curriculum planning

EYLF knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Education

Diploma in Children's Services

ACEQA-approved Early Childhood Degree

Job description

Lead with purpose and inspire daily! We are seeking a driven Centre Director to lead, inspire, support and manage our team of Educators, and support in running the day-to-day operations of our amazing service!

This is a rare & exciting opportunity for you to create your own internal management structure with a non contact Assistant Director and Educational leader to provide exceeding governance within the centre!

About your new role:

Manage the day-to-day operations in accordance with legislative requirements and company policies.

Providing leadership, mentorship, and guidance to our dedicated staff.

You will implement the educational program and experiences to meet the individual needs of our children.

Effectively handling and managing the centre's staffing rosters and financial requirements in line with budget guidelines.

Establishing and nurturing strong relationships with children, families, educators, the local business community, and all stakeholders.

Actively participating in attracting, converting, and retaining families through effective management of tours, enrolments, and orientation in collaboration with our Enrolments Team.

About you:

Hold a Diploma in Children's Services or an Early Childhood Degree approved by ACECQA.

Must have previous experience as an Centre Director in an early childhood setting.

Current Blue Card, approved First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis, and Asthma qualifications

Exhibit an extensive understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), National Quality Standards (NQS), and Quality Improvement Plan (QIP).

The ability to implement stimulating programs, and develop a curriculum based on the children's interests and the EYLF.

Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Showcase the ability to lead and mentor a team of dedicated early childhood professionals.

Demonstrate the ability to incorporate critical thinking and reflective practice into daily operations.

What we can offer you:

A high end, negotiable salary, recognising your experience!

Workers Retention Payment!

75% off out-of-pocket childcare fees

Access to discounts from hundreds of well-known brands and retailers, including groceries, fuel, gyms, leisure and utilities!

Access to novated vehicle leasing, enhancing your take-home pay!

Free annual certifications in Flu shot, First Aid, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis.

Free annual Child Protection Training.

Leading indoor and outdoor learning environments.

The opportunity to shape the centre into success.

Innovative learning settings to foster strong pedagogical practice.

Paid professional development and leadership programs.

Growth opportunities within our fast-growing company.

A friendly and supportive management team.