Centre Director | Belfield

The Grove Academy; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer-a-Friend Bonus

50% off childcare fees for your little

Annual Employee Wellbeing Day

Exclusive discounts with health, gym &

Job summary

The Grove Academy Belfield seeks a Centre Director to lead daily operations with heart, fostering a supportive, collaborative environment for children, families and staff, and to model the Centre’s values in every interaction.

You will drive regulatory compliance, mentor educators, strengthen community connections, ensure outstanding educational outcomes, and relentlessly prioritise child safety and wellbeing across the centre.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing an early childhood education and care centre.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Deep understanding of the EYLF, NQS and regulatory requirements.
• Exceptional communication and organisational abilities.
• Passion for making a lasting impact on children’s lives.
• Knowledge of child protection responsibilities and mandatory reporting.
• Ability to identify and respond to risks to children’s safety.
• Commitment to maintaining professional boundaries at all times.

Responsibilities

• Managing daily operations and ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Leading and mentoring a team of educators.
• Building strong connections with families and the community.
• Driving excellence in educational practices and centre experience.
• Creating a positive, inspiring environment for all.
• Prioritising safety, health and wellbeing of all children.
• Supervising children and maintaining risk awareness in the environment.
• Reporting concerns in line with service policies and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication

Organisational skills

EYLF & NQS

Regulatory knowledge

Child protection

Risk awareness

Professional boundaries

Centre management

Job description

Join Our Team as a Centre Director at The Grove Academy Belfield

About The Grove Academy

At The Grove Academy, we’re all about creating inspiring, nurturing environments for children and educators. With campuses across New South Wales, we’re known for our innovative approach to early childhood education and a culture that genuinely supports our people. People love working with us because of our strong values, collaborative team environment, and commitment to making every day meaningful.

The safety and wellbeing of children is our highest priority and the paramount consideration in all decision‑making. We are committed to creating child‑safe environments where children feel secure, respected, and supported. All team members are expected to uphold our child‑safe practices and contribute to a culture of care, accountability, and protection. We are committed to being a Child Safe Organisation, embedding child‑safe practices across everything we do and maintaining zero tolerance for child abuse or harm.

Life at The Grove (Our Values & Perks)

At The Grove Academy, our values shape everything we do — and we’re looking for people who naturally bring these to life:

• Be Passionate – bring heart, energy, and pride to everything you do
• Have Fun – create joyful, laughter‑filled days for children and your team
• Value Teamwork – support, share, and celebrate each other’s wins
• Learn & Grow – stay curious and open to learning something new every day
• Be Proud – take pride in your work, your impact, and your growth
• Better Together – because the magic really happens when we work as one

And because we truly value our team, you’ll also enjoy:

• $1,000 Refer‑a‑Friend Bonus (exclusions apply)
• 50% off childcare fees for your little ones
• Annual Employee Wellbeing Day for some much‑needed self‑care
• Access to exclusive discounts on over 3,300+ health, fitness and wellbeing brands with Wherefit
• Career growth opportunities as we continue to expand
• A supportive, fun culture with regular celebrations, fundraising events, and Grove Recognition Awards.

The opportunity to work alongside our in‑house allied health professionals, who collaborate closely with our teams to support children’s development and help educators feel confident and empowered in their practice

About the Role

As a Centre Director at The Grove Academy, you’ll lead with heart, overseeing the daily operations of the centre while fostering a positive and collaborative environment. You’ll champion The Grove Academy’s values and be the key figure in building strong relationships with children, families, and the team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing daily operations and ensuring compliance with all regulations
• Leading and mentoring a passionate team of educators
• Building strong connections with families and the community
• Driving excellence in educational practices and the overall centre experience
• Creating a positive, inspiring, and dynamic environment for all
• Ensuring the safety, health and wellbeing of all children is prioritised at all times
• Actively supervising children and maintaining awareness of risks in the environment
• Reporting any concerns or incidents in line with service policies and procedures

Skills & Experience

We’re looking for an experienced and passionate leader to take on this vital role. To succeed, you’ll need:

• Experience in managing an early childhood education and care centre
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• A deep understanding of the EYLF, NQS, and regulatory requirements
• Exceptional communication and organisational abilities
• A passion for making a lasting impact on children’s lives
• Strong understanding of child protection responsibilities and mandatory reporting
• Ability to identify and respond to risks to children’s safety
• Commitment to maintaining professional boundaries at all times

Successful applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) and complete mandatory child safety training.

Join us in making a difference in children’s lives while having fun, celebrating milestones, and building a career you’ll love!