Centre Director - Balcatta

Discovery at Play Early Learning Centres; Perth; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Work-life balance

Employee discounts

Wellbeing programmes

Job summary

Discovery at Play Early Learning Centres is seeking an experienced Centre Director to lead our brand new Balcatta centre. This full-time role focuses on strategic management, operational excellence and strong leadership to ensure high-quality early learning and care.

You will oversee recruitment, curriculum alignment, compliance and financial planning, while building positive relationships with families and the community to grow enrolment and trust.

Qualifications

• Formal qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care, or equivalent recognised qualification in childcare and education management.
• Current Proda Registration, First Aid and CPR certification, Working with Children Check clearance, National Police Clearance, Mandatory Reporting and Child Protection.

Responsibilities

• Providing strategic leadership and day-to-day management of the centre, including staff recruitment, training, supervision and performance management.
• Ensuring compliance with the National Quality Standard, Education and Care Services National Law and all relevant regulatory requirements.
• Developing and implementing centre policies, procedures and quality improvement strategies to enhance service delivery.
• Managing budgets, financial planning and operational resources to ensure the centre's financial sustainability.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with families, fostering open communication and engaging parents in their children's learning and development.
• Overseeing curriculum planning and implementation to ensure educational programmes reflect current best practice and meet developmental needs.
• Creating a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment that promotes the wellbeing and development of all children.
• Conducting staff appraisals, identifying professional development needs and supporting continuous improvement in service quality.
• Liaising with regulatory bodies, attending inspections and addressing any compliance issues promptly.
• Representing the centre within the local community and supporting marketing and enrolment initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Financial management

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Formal ECEC qualification

Tools

MS Programmes

Owna

Proda

NQAITS

Job description

6 figure salary plus opportunity KPI Bonus

About us

Discovery at Play Early Learning Centres is a dedicated provider of high-quality childcare and outside school hours care. We are committed to creating nurturing environments where children can learn, play and develop. Our centres are built on the principles of discovery, creativity and holistic child development. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional care and education programmes that support each child's unique journey whilst building strong partnerships with families and communities.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Centre Director to lead our brand new early learning centre in our 90 place centre in Balcatta, WA. This is a full-time position that offers you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's lives and guide your team in delivering outstanding early childhood education and care. As Centre Director, you will be responsible for the strategic management, operational excellence and staff leadership of the centre, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and creating an environment where children thrive. This role is pivotal in building and maintaining our centre's reputation whilst fostering a positive workplace culture.

Key responsibilities

Providing strategic leadership and day-to-day management of the centre, including staff recruitment, training, supervision and performance management

Ensuring compliance with the National Quality Standard, Education and Care Services National Law and all relevant regulatory requirements

Developing and implementing centre policies, procedures and quality improvement strategies to enhance service delivery

Managing budgets, financial planning and operational resources to ensure the centre's financial sustainability

Building and maintaining strong relationships with families, fostering open communication and engaging parents in their children's learning and development

Overseeing curriculum planning and implementation to ensure educational programmes reflect current best practice and meet developmental needs

Creating a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment that promotes the wellbeing and development of all children

Conducting staff appraisals, identifying professional development needs and supporting continuous improvement in service quality

Liaising with regulatory bodies, attending inspections and addressing any compliance issues promptly

Representing the centre within the local community and supporting marketing and enrolment initiatives

What we're looking for

Formal qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care, or equivalent recognised qualification in childcare and education management

Current Proda Registration, First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification, Working with Children Check clearance, National Police Clerance, Mandatory Reporting and Child Protection

Minimum of 2 years' experience in childcare centre management or a leadership role within an early learning environment

Demonstrated knowledge of the National Quality Standard framework and regulatory compliance requirements

Strong financial management skills and experience with budgeting and resource planning

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with staff, families and the community

Leadership capabilities with experience in staff recruitment, training and performance management

Proven commitment to child safety, wellbeing and development with an understanding of contemporary early childhood education approaches

Ability to work autonomously whilst leading a team, with strong organisational and problem-solving skills

Experience in quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice is desirable

Experience with MS Programmes, NQAITS, Childcare Software Owna and Proda applications

What we offer

A competitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications

Ongoing professional development opportunities to support your career growth

A collaborative team environment with supportive senior leadership

Flexibility to support work-life balance

Employee discounts and access to wellbeing programmes and initiatives

The opportunity to lead a quality service that makes a genuine difference to children's lives and family wellbeing