Centre Director | Brand New

ANZUK Education; Perth; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary 120k-130k

Bonus structure available

75% childcare discount

Opportunity to shape culture from day

Career-defining opportunity to lead a

Job summary

ANZUK Education is looking for an experienced Centre Director to lead the launch of a brand-new 100-place Early Learning Centre in Perth. You will build the team, shape the culture, establish community connections, and set the service up for long-term success.

Working directly with an owner who is invested in quality, you will drive pre-opening activities, occupancy growth, and high-quality educational outcomes, supported by a leading early childhood organisation.

Qualifications

• Previous experience opening or setting up a new early learning service.
• Strong understanding of the National Quality Framework and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent relationship-building and community engagement skills.
• A warm, approachable, and collaborative leadership style.
• Strong commercial awareness alongside a commitment to quality outcomes.
• Proven ability to motivate and develop teams.

Responsibilities

• Leading the centre opening project
• Building strong relationships with local families and community groups
• Recruiting, mentoring and developing a high-performing team
• Driving occupancy growth and family engagement
• Ensuring ongoing compliance with all regulatory requirements
• Creating a positive and inclusive team culture

Skills

Centre leadership

Community engagement

Team development

Regulatory compliance

Job description

Up to $130,000 + Super + Childcare Discount + Bonus Opportunity

Lead the launch of a brand-new early learning centre and create something exceptional from day one.

This is a rare opportunity for an experienced Centre Director to take the lead in opening a brand-new 100-place Early Learning Centre and establish a high-quality service that will become a cornerstone of the local community.

You will have the unique opportunity to build the team, shape the culture, establish community connections, and create a centre that families and educators are proud to be part of.

Behind this exciting venture is a passionate owner who recognised an opportunity to deliver something special and has since committed to providing outstanding early learning environments where children, families, and educators can thrive. This isn't just another centre. It's a chance to work directly alongside an owner who is genuinely invested in quality, open to ideas, values expert advice, and is committed to doing things the right way.

Why You'll Love This Role

Build Something From the Ground Up

Lead every stage of the centre's journey from pre-opening through to occupancy growth and ongoing success.

Genuine Support

You'll report directly to a collaborative and approachable owner while also receiving extensive training, curriculum support, systems, and operational guidance from a Leading early childhood organisation.

Quality-First Approach

This service is being established with a strong focus on quality over shortcuts. The owner is committed to maintaining staffing buffers and ensuring educators receive the support they need to deliver exceptional outcomes.

Attractive Salary & Benefits

• $120,000 - $130,000 + Superannuation
• Bonus structure available
• 75% childcare discount (MindChamps policy)
• Opportunity to shape the culture and vision from day one
• Career-defining opportunity to lead a brand-new service

The Role

As Centre Director, you will play a critical role in preparing the service for opening and establishing it as the provider of choice within the local community.

Key responsibilities

• Leading the centre opening project
• Building strong relationships with local families and community groups
• Recruiting, mentoring and developing a high-performing team
• Driving occupancy growth and family engagement
• Ensuring ongoing compliance with all regulatory requirements
• Creating a positive and inclusive team culture

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a confident and experienced leader who thrives on building services from the ground up.

You'll bring

• Previous experience opening or setting up a new early learning service
• Strong understanding of the National Quality Framework and regulatory compliance
• Excellent relationship-building and community engagement skills
• A warm, approachable, and collaborative leadership style
• Strong commercial awareness alongside a commitment to quality outcomes
• Proven ability to motivate and develop teams