Centre Director- Ruse

Save Our Service; Sydney; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Generous childcare fee discounts

Professional development and seniority

Job summary

Save Our Service in Sydney, NSW is seeking an experienced Centre Director for a full-time onsite role. You will lead a 50-place centre, manage staffing, compliance and quality programs, and drive occupancy while upholding the National Quality Framework and EYLF.

You should have a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent, at least 3 years of leadership, and experience directing 8+ staff. The package includes a salary of $95,000–$120,000 plus superannuation and an annual

Qualifications

• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or ECE degree required.
• Minimum 3 years' leadership experience in an early childhood service.
• Experience leading a team of 8+ educators/staff.
• Current Working with Children Check and First Aid/CPR certifications.
• Knowledge of National Quality Framework (NQF), NQS and EYLF.

Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire and support a team of educators to create a positive, collaborative and professional culture.
• Oversee day-to-day operation of the centre, including staffing, compliance, quality improvement and financial performance.
• Develop strategies to improve occupancy, enrolments and overall centre performance.
• Monitor utilisation and address vacancies and enrolment opportunities.
• Build strong relationships with children, families, educators and the wider community.
• Ensure the centre meets the requirements of the National Quality Framework (NQF), NQS, EYLF and relevant legislation.

Skills

Centre Director/leadership

Team leadership

Education

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or ECT

Job description

Full-Time | Onsite

Minimum 3 years' Centre Director/leadership experience

Minimum qualification: Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or ECT

Experience leading a team of 8+ staff

Annual bonus: Performance-based bonus linked to occupancy

Centre Director â Ruse 50-Place Early Learning Centre

Full-Time | Onsite

• Minimum 3 years' Centre Director/leadership experience

• Minimum qualification: Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or ECT

• Experience leading a team of 8+ staff

• Salary: $95,000â$120,000 + superannuation, dependent on experience

• Annual bonus: Performance-based bonus linked to occupancy

Lead a Centre Your Way

Great Centre Directors do more than manage rosters, compliance and day-to-day operations. They build strong cultures, develop confident educators and create an environment where children thrive, families feel welcome and teams genuinely enjoy coming to work.

You’ll have the opportunity to shape the direction of a 50-place centre with the support of an experienced leadership team that trusts your expertise and backs your decisions.

We believe great centres are led by empowered leadersâwith the freedom to bring their own leadership style, ideas and strengths to the role.

About the Role

As Centre Director, you’ll take ownership of the overall operation and performance of the centre. You’ll lead your team, build strong relationships with families, maintain high standards of education and care, and ensure the service remains compliant with all relevant legislation and regulatory requirements.

You’ll have the autonomy to make meaningful decisions while working alongside a supportive leadership team invested in your success.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead, inspire and support a team of educators to create a positive, collaborative and professional culture.

• Oversee the day-to-day operation of the centre, including staffing, compliance, quality improvement and financial performance.

• Develop strategies to improve occupancy, enrolments and overall centre performance.

• Monitor utilisation and proactively address vacancies and enrolment opportunities.

• Build strong and genuine relationships with children, families, educators and the wider community.

• Ensure the centre consistently meets the requirements of the National Quality Framework (NQF), NQS, EYLF and relevant legislation.

• Lead the development and ongoing implementation of the Quality Improvement Plan.

• Support the Educational Leader and team to deliver high-quality, play-based educational programs.

• Coach, mentor and develop educators through ongoing feedback, professional development and performance support.

• Promote a strong culture of child safety, wellbeing, inclusion and respect.

• Maintain effective staffing arrangements, qualifications and educator-to-child ratios.

• Oversee policies, procedures, documentation and compliance requirements.

• Monitor financial performance and contribute to budgeting and business planning.

• Work collaboratively with the leadership team to achieve centre and organisational goals.

What We're Looking For

We’re looking for an experienced early childhood leader who is confident taking ownership, building relationships and leading a team.

You’ll ideally have:

• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or an approved Early Childhood Education degree.

• At least 3 years' leadership experience within an early childhood service.

• Previous experience managing and developing a team of 8+ educators/staff.

• Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework, NQS, EYLF and relevant legislation.

• Experience with centre administration, curriculum, compliance, staff development and family engagement.

• A current Working with Children Check.

• Current First Aid, CPR, anaphylaxis and emergency asthma management training.

• Child Protection training.

• Strong understanding of child safety, wellbeing and mandatory reporting responsibilities.

• Sound financial, administrative and occupancy management skills.

• Excellent communication, leadership and relationship-building skills.

• The ability to coach, mentor and inspire educators.

• A genuine passion for delivering high-quality early learning and creating a positive centre culture.

We know great centres are built by great leaders. That’s why we provide our Centre Directors with the support, resources and opportunities they need to succeed.

• Competitive salary of $95,000â$120,000 + superannuation, dependent on experience.

• Annual performance bonus linked to occupancy.

• Generous childcare fee discounts for your own children.

• Ongoing professional development and leadership training.

• Employee wellbeing program and mental health support.

• Opportunities for career progression.

• Support from an experienced leadership team.

• The autonomy to lead your centre with your own leadership style.

If you're an experienced early childhood leader who is passionate about building strong teams, supporting families, driving centre performance and making a lasting difference in the lives of children, we'd love to hear from you.

Ready to Lead?