Centre Director - Lead High-Impact Early Learning Centre

Busy Bees Global; Canning; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare gap-fee discounts for永久員

Paid learning & development

First Aid, CPR & mandatory training

Confidential EAP for you and your fami

Career pathways & leadership growth

Global & national opportunities

Job summary

Busy Bees Willetton is seeking an inspiring Centre Director to lead our established 72-place service. You’ll focus on sustainability, the Reggio Emilia approach, high quality environments, and a passionate team.

As a leading global early learning provider, Busy Bees supports growth and leadership across over 130 centres in Australia, offering a strong Bee Safe culture and family partnerships. You will drive occupancy, compliance, and educational excellence.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education and Care (ACECQA approved).
• Current Working with Children Check for WA.
• Proven experience leading a service, ideally within a medium to large centre environment.
• Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework (NQF) and EYLF and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of a high-quality early learning service.
• Drive occupancy growth and financial performance against budget targets.
• Build, mentor and retain a high-performing leadership team.
• Maintain compliance with the National Quality Framework and WA regulations.
• Foster a culture of safety, inclusion, and educational excellence.
• Develop strong partnerships with families and the local community.
• Collaborate with your Area Director and support functions to achieve strategic goals.
• Lead performance management, workforce planning, and succession planning.

Skills

Leadership

Occupancy management

Financial performance

Stakeholder management

Team mentorship

Communication

Strategic planning

Education

Diploma/Bachelor in Early Childhood Education & Care

Job description

Busy Bees Willetton is seeking an inspiring Centre Director to lead our established 72-place service. You’ll focus on sustainability, the Reggio Emilia approach, high quality environments, and a passionate team.

As a leading global early learning provider, Busy Bees supports growth and leadership across over 130 centres in Australia, offering a strong Bee Safe culture and family partnerships. You will drive occupancy, compliance, and educational excellence.