Centre Director - Albion Park

MindChamps; Shellharbour City Council; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary + benefits

Gap fee support 75%

Management support

Training programs

Global opportunities

Career development

Rewards program

EAP

Job summary

MindChamps Australia is seeking a dynamic Centre Director for our Albion Park centre to lead a team of educators and nurture strong relationships with families and the local community. This permanent full-time role focuses on delivering high-quality education, care, and regulatory compliance across NSW.

You will drive continuous improvement, mentor staff, manage daily operations, and uphold NSW WWCC, First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis requirements while maintaining a safe, inspiring learning

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor qualification in Early Childhood Education & Care (or ACECQA-approved equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework and assessment & rating processes.
• Minimum 2+ years’ experience in Centre Director or similar leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily centre operations and ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to educators to foster a positive team culture.
• Drive continuous improvement to uphold education, care and compliance standards.
• Build strong relationships with children, families, educators and the local community.
• Ensure operations comply with National Regulations, NQS and relevant legislation.
• Create an inspiring learning environment that supports children’s development and wellbeing.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Team development

Communication

Education

Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education & Care

Tools

Qikkids

CCMS

Job description

Founded in 1998 in the heart of Sydney, Australia, MindChamps International Preschool & Early Learning is a leading early childhood education provider with 86 centres operating globally across Singapore, Australia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Indonesia, and Myanmar.

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Centre Director to join our Albion Park centre on a permanent full-time basis. This 105-place service features modern facilities and state-of-the-art infrastructure designed to support our educators and provide an exceptional learning environment for children.

About the Position

As the Centre Director, you will lead and support an established team of educators while building strong, positive relationships with children, families, and the wider community. You will have a genuine passion for early childhood education and enjoy inspiring educators by modelling best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of the centre, ensuring smooth and effective service delivery
• Provide strong leadership, guidance, and support to educators to foster a positive and collaborative team culture
• Drive continuous improvement and maintain a high standard of education, care, and compliance
• Build strong relationships with children, families, educators, and the local community to support the centre’s growth and reputation
• Ensure the centre operates in line with the National Regulations, National Quality Standards, and all relevant legislative requirements
• Create an inspiring learning environment that supports children’s development, wellbeing, and learning outcomes

What We Are Looking For

The successful candidate will have:

• A Diploma or Bachelor qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care (or an ACECQA-approved equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework, National Quality Standards, and the assessment and rating process
• Experience with Qikkids and CCMS administration systems
• A minimum of 2+ years’ experience in a Centre Director or similar leadership role
• A sound understanding of early childhood legislation, regulations, and compliance requirements
• Proven experience leading, mentoring, and developing teams, with the ability to manage performance and resolve challenges effectively
• A commitment to reflective practice, continuous improvement, and creating a positive workplace culture
• A current Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis certifications

Why Work for MindChamps

• Competitive salary and a comprehensive rewards package, including 75% childcare gap fee support (conditions apply)
• Dedicated support from an experienced management team
• Company-funded educator and teacher training programs
• Global career opportunities across six Asia-Pacific countries
• Internal career development opportunities, including cross-centre and cross-functional pathways
• Quarterly recognition and rewards programs
• Employee Assistance Program support

Join MindChamps and make a meaningful impact on the lives of children, families, and educators.

For more information about MindChamps, please visit www.mindchamps.org.

At MindChamps Australia, the safety, wellbeing and dignity of children and young people is our highest priority. We are committed to creating and maintaining a child-safe environment in accordance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and relevant legislation.

We require all employees, contractors and volunteers to share this commitment, prioritise children's safety and wellbeing, and participate in child protection training.

As part of our recruitment process, we conduct robust screening, including verification of identity, work rights, qualifications, reference checks, Police Checks and Working With Children Check (WWCC) clearance. We embed child-safe values and expectations throughout our culture, policies and practices.

Successful candidates will be expected to demonstrate behaviours that uphold our child-safe values and contribute positively to keeping all children and young people safe from harm.