Centre Director: Leadership Coaching & Growth Pathways

Guardian; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 12 coaching sessions annually

Leadership Academy for Centre Leaders

To BE Me and Thrive programs

Centre Directors Bonus Scheme

Support from Area Managers and special

Job summary

Guardian Altona North is seeking an experienced Centre Director to lead a vibrant early learning centre in Melbourne. You will drive high-quality care and education, build engaged teams and partner with families and the local community to deliver standout outcomes.

You will implement Guardian frameworks, coach educators, and oversee operations, compliance and occupancy targets while modelling care, accountability and authentic leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience leading an Early Childhood Education and Care service.
• Ability to build engaged, high-performing teams.
• Strong operational, commercial and compliance capability.
• Proven ability to build trusted relationships with children, families and local communities.
• Demonstrates confidence, accountability, authenticity and care in leadership.
• Holds relevant early childhood qualifications and can meet Nominated Supervisor requirements.
• Committed to continuous learning and growth as a leader.
• Wants to make a meaningful difference for children, families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead and champion a vibrant early learning centre, ensuring high-quality learning experiences.
• Develop and support your leadership team and educators to deliver excellent care and education.
• Drive occupancy, community engagement and centre performance while maintaining safety and compliance.
• Collaborate with Area Managers and specialist teams to implement Guardian frameworks and programs.
• Uphold Guardian values and lead with care, accountability and authenticity.

Skills

Leadership

Team building

Operational excellence

Stakeholder relationships

People management

Education

Early childhood qualifications

Job description

Guardian Altona North is seeking an experienced Centre Director to lead a vibrant early learning centre in Melbourne. You will drive high-quality care and education, build engaged teams and partner with families and the local community to deliver standout outcomes.

You will implement Guardian frameworks, coach educators, and oversee operations, compliance and occupancy targets while modelling care, accountability and authentic leadership.