Centre Director | Supportive Leadership | Berwick Area

MH Consulting and Service; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package generosity

Monthly RDO

Performance incentives

Leadership support

Job summary

MH Consulting and Service is seeking an experienced Centre Director for a Berwick-area early childhood service. You will lead a supportive, collaborative team, focusing on children, families and continuous improvement within a well-resourced environment.

You will work with an Operations Manager and Assistants to ensure high-quality service, staff development and community engagement. A competitive package and ongoing leadership development are offered.

Qualifications

• ACECQA-recognised Diploma or Bachelor qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care.
• Minimum 2-3 years' experience as Centre Director or in a senior leadership role within a medium-sized or larger Australian long day care service.
• Current Working with Children Check or VIT registration, as applicable.
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certifications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong people-management skills and the ability to motivate, mentor and develop educators.
• Sound knowledge of operational management, compliance and continuous improvement.
• Full working rights in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Leading, mentoring and inspiring a positive, high-performing team.
• Strong understanding and practical application of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).
• Ensuring service compliance with the National Quality Framework and National Quality Standards.
• Managing staff rostering and day-to-day service operations.
• Experience using QikKids or similar childcare management software.
• Supporting performance management, staff development and team engagement.
• Overseeing financial reporting, budgeting and operational performance.
• Building meaningful, positive relationships with children, families and the wider community.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication

EYLF knowledge

Education

ACECQA-recognised Diploma or Bachelor qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Centre Director | Supportive Leadership | Berwick Area

Are you an experienced Centre Director looking for an environment where your leadership is valued, your ideas are encouraged and you have the support to genuinely thrive?

About the Organisation

An exciting opportunity awaits with a well-established early childhood organisation offering a beautiful, well-resourced service in the Berwick area, a positive team culture and a genuine commitment to supporting its people.

This is an opportunity for a passionate and experienced Centre Director to bring their leadership strengths, inspire their team and continue growing professionally within an organisation that values collaboration, encouragement and individual contributions.

One of the standout features of this opportunity is the support you'll receive from a highly experienced, compassionate and approachable Operations Manager. With a genuine understanding of the challenges of leading a service, they bring an empathetic, down-to-earth leadership style, a great sense of humour and an open-door approach.

You'll also have the benefit of a dedicated, full-time Assistant Director and Educational Leader, providing a strong leadership structure where you can work collaboratively, share responsibilities and focus on what matters most - your team, children and families.

And importantly, your contribution won't go unnoticed!

Why You’ll Love This Opportunity

• Generous, competitive salary package, negotiable depending on experience
• Monthly RDO supporting a healthy work-life balance
• Additional achievable performance incentives
• Full-time Assistant Director and Educational Leader providing genuine leadership support
• Experienced, approachable and encouraging Operations Manager
• Beautiful, well-resourced early learning environment
• Positive, collaborative team culture where your ideas and contributions are valued
• Ongoing professional growth and leadership development

This is an opportunity to be noticed, appreciated and supported in your leadership journey!

Management Responsibilities

• Leading, mentoring and inspiring a positive, high-performing team
• Strong understanding and practical application of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
• Ensuring service compliance with the National Quality Framework and National Quality Standards
• Managing staff rostering and day-to-day service operations
• Experience using QikKids or similar childcare management software
• Supporting performance management, staff development and team engagement
• Overseeing financial reporting, budgeting and operational performance
• Building meaningful, positive relationships with children, families and the wider community

Qualifications and Skills

• ACECQA-recognised Diploma or Bachelor qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Minimum 2-3 years' experience as a Centre Director, Centre Manager or in a more senior leadership capacity within a medium-sized or larger Australian long day care service
• Current Working with Children Check or VIT registration, as applicable
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certifications
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong people-management skills and the ability to motivate, mentor and develop educators
• Sound knowledge of operational management, compliance and continuous improvement
• Full working rights in Australia

Could This Be Your Next Chapter?

Whether you're actively considering a new opportunity or simply curious about what another organisation could offer, this could be a wonderful next step in your leadership career.

If you're looking for a service where you're genuinely supported, encouraged to grow and recognised for the difference you make, we'd love to hear from you.