Centre Director — Lead Education & Operations

Mini Masterminds; Liverpool; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above Award salary

Tailored leadership development and/su

Ongoing professional development and/c

Supportive Head Office Leadership Team

Childcare discounts for employees

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Mini Masterminds Liverpool (79-place centre) is seeking a passionate Centre Director to lead the overall operations, maintain high-quality education and care, and foster a collaborative team culture. You will mentor educators, build strong partnerships with families, and drive continuous improvement across the service.

The successful candidate will have a Diploma or Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education and Care, WWCC, First Aid/CPR, and strong knowledge of EYLF/NQF/NQS, with demonstrated

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education and Care (ACECQA-approved).
• Previous experience as Centre Director or in a senior leadership position within Early Childhood Education.
• Current Working With Children Check (WWCC) and First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certifications.
• Strong knowledge of the EYLF, NQF, and NQS.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the centre, ensuring high-quality education and care.
• Inspire, mentor, and support educators to achieve their professional goals.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and high-performing team culture.
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and the local community.
• Ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework (NQF), National Quality Standards (NQS), and all relevant legislation.
• Drive occupancy, quality improvement initiatives, and overall centre performance.
• Manage staffing, rostering, and centre resources effectively.
• Work collaboratively with the Head Office Leadership Team to achieve organisational goals.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and Care (ACECQA-approved)

Job description

Mini Masterminds Liverpool (79-place centre) is seeking a passionate Centre Director to lead the overall operations, maintain high-quality education and care, and foster a collaborative team culture. You will mentor educators, build strong partnerships with families, and drive continuous improvement across the service.

The successful candidate will have a Diploma or Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education and Care, WWCC, First Aid/CPR, and strong knowledge of EYLF/NQF/NQS, with demonstrated