Centre Director / Nominated Supervisor

seek.com.au; Branxton; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonuses

Superannuation

Job summary

seek.com.au is seeking an experienced Centre Director/Nominated Supervisor for a Newcastle/Hunter Valley childcare service. You will lead pedagogy, operations, compliance and staff development to provide a safe, nurturing learning environment for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years.

You will bring ACECQA-approved qualification (Cert III, Diploma or Bachelor of Early Childhood Education) and strong leadership, with NSW Working with Children Check and Child Protection training; you’ll drive

Qualifications

• Certificate III, Diploma or Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (ACECQA approved).
• Director/Centre Manager experience in Early Childhood preferred but not essential; training provided.
• Working knowledge of EYLF, NQS and QIP.
• Rights of the Child and Child Safe Practices and standards.
• Leadership in team development, culture and retention.
• NSW Working with Children Check.
• Approved Child Protection Training.
• First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis certification.
• Australian working rights.
• NSW Police Check.
• Strong communication, people management and organisational skills.
• Proven ability to drive occupancy and build community relationships.

Responsibilities

• Drive the centre's vision, pedagogy, and operations.
• Inspire, mentor and support a team of passionate educators.
• Maintain compliance, policies and exceed quality standards.
• Build strong relationships with children, families and the local community.
• Lead with confidence in welcoming new families and ensuring a high staff morale.
• Maintain high standards in educational programming and regulatory compliance.
• Champion a sustainable and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication

Team development

Education

Certificate III, Diploma or Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (ACECQA approved)

NSW Working with Children Check

Approved Child Protection Training

Tools

First Aid

CPR

Job description

Attractive Salary & quarterly bonuses + Super

ABOUT US:

Lead With Purpose. Grow With Us. Inspire Every Day.

We offer care and education for children from 6 weeks old to 6 years of age and we’re proud to offer a nurturing, creative and play-based learning environment where every child is valued and supported by our team of wonderful Educators.

We are now seeking a passionate and experienced Centre Director/Nominated Supervisor (or even Assistant Directors ready to take the next step in their career) to take the lead in showcasing our service and ensuring a comfortable and secure environment for children and staff. This is a long-term leadership opportunity for someone who truly wants to make an impact for the families of the Newcastle/Hunter Valley region.

WHY JOIN US?

• Attractive Remuneration package and ECEC Retention Grant
• Privately-owned business with strong values and work ethic
• Leadership Role – Opportunities to Innovate and Influence Centre Direction
• Dedicated focus on professional development and training
• Range of employee benefits and programs
• Support readily available
• Well-resourced, natural and Reggio inspired environment.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

We are seeking an experienced and inspiring Early Childhood leader who is dedicated to educational excellence and fostering a positive, collaborative culture. You will bring strong leadership and management capabilities, a child-centred philosophy, and a passion for empowering educators to thrive. Your proven ability to lead with vision and unity will set the tone for success.

To be considered, you will have:

• Certificate III, Diploma or Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (ACECQA approved)
• Director/Centre Manager experience in Early Childhood preferred but not essential as we offer support and training when required.
• Working knowledge & strong understanding of the EYLF, NQS and QIP
• Strong understanding of the Rights of the Child and Child Safe Practices and standards
• Strong leadership in team development, culture and retention
• Current NSW Working with Children Check
• Approved Child Protection Training
• First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis certification
• Australian working rights (citizenship, residency or visa)
• NSW Police Check
• Confident communication, people management and organisational skills
• Proven ability to drive occupancy, build community relationships and lead continuous improvement

Your Role & Key responsibilities:

• Drive the centre's vision, pedagogy, and operations
• Inspire, mentor and support a team of passionate educators
• Maintain compliance, policies and exceed quality standards
• Build strong relationships with children, families and the local community
• Lead with confidence in welcoming new families and ensuring a high staff morale
• Maintain high standards in educational programming and regulatory compliance
• Champion a sustainable and inclusive learning environment