Early Childhood Centre Director

Sutherland Shire Council; Sutherland Shire Council; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

ECEC Worker Retention Allowance

Novated leasing options

26 weeks paid leave

14 weeks paid parental leave

Wellbeing support

Fitness Passport

Annual flu vaccinations

Job summary

Sutherland Shire Council is seeking an Early Childhood Centre Director to lead a high-quality early learning service. You will build a positive team culture, drive educational outcomes, and foster strong partnerships with families and the local community.

Diploma or Bachelor qualification in ECEC and proven leadership within an ECEC setting are essential, with knowledge of NQF and EYLF. Join NSW's largest local government early education provider.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor qualification in ECEC.
• Proven leadership experience in ECEC settings.
• Strong knowledge of NQF, EYLF and relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team of educators.
• Drive high-quality learning outcomes for children.
• Foster a positive and inclusive team culture.
• Build trusted partnerships with families and the local community.
• Oversee centre operations, staffing and budgets.
• Ensure excellence in quality, compliance and child safety.
• Coach, mentor and develop future leaders.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Relationship building

NQF & EYLF knowledge

Education

Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

• Salary package up to $124,574 + 12% superannuation + ECEC Worker Retention Allowance
• Council commitment to an 8% pay increase over the next two years
• Novated leasing and salary sacrificing options
• Up to 26 weeks paid leave if you or someone in your care experiences a serious illness or accident
• 14 weeks paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing support
• Fitness Passport

Why Join Us?

Salary & Benefits

• Salary package up to $124,574 + 12% superannuation + ECEC Worker Retention Allowance
• Council commitment to an 8% pay increase over the next two years
• Novated leasing and salary sacrificing options
• Up to 26 weeks paid leave if you or someone in your care experiences a serious illness or accident
• 14 weeks paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing support
• Fitness Passport
• Annual flu vaccinations

Work-Life Balance That Works

We know great leaders do their best work when they have time for life outside of work too.

• Accrue up to 2 days off per month
• 4 weeks annual leave
• 5 additional MyLeave days (to support your health and wellbeing)
• 3 weeks sick leave
• 7 days personal leave

A Leadership Network Behind You

It takes a village to raise a child, and it takes a strong support network to lead a thriving early learning service.

As part of our network, you'll have access to specialist support across enrolments, inclusion, curriculum, quality, child safety and business operations. You'll also be part of a collaborative community of Centre Directors who share ideas, solve challenges together and celebrate success, while building a legacy you can be truly proud of.

Grow Your Career

• Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
• Leadership networking and mentoring
• Career growth within one of NSW's largest local government early education providers

About the Role

This is more than managing a centre. It's about creating a place where children thrive, educators grow and families feel connected.

As an Early Childhood Centre Director, you'll lead a high-quality early learning service, building a positive team culture, driving educational excellence and creating meaningful outcomes for children and families.

You'll lead from the front, empowering educators, fostering strong family partnerships and creating an environment where everyone feels valued, supported and inspired to succeed.

In this role, you'll:

• Lead and inspire a team of educators
• Drive high-quality learning outcomes for children
• Foster a positive and inclusive team culture
• Build trusted partnerships with families and the local community
• Oversee centre operations, staffing and budgets
• Ensure excellence in quality, compliance and child safety
• Coach, mentor and develop future leaders

What You'll Bring

We're looking for a great leader. Someone who is passionate about early childhood education, committed to delivering exceptional outcomes for children, and capable of building a workplace where educators love coming to work.

Whether you're Diploma or Bachelor-qualified, you'll bring the leadership capability, experience and passion needed to lead a successful service and make a lasting impact on children, families and your team.

• Diploma or Bachelor qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Proven leadership experience within an early childhood education and care setting
• The ability to inspire, coach and develop educators to be their best
• Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework, EYLF and relevant legislation
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• A commitment to child safety, quality practice and continuous improvement
• A collaborative leadership style and a passion for building positive team cultures
• NESA Early Childhood Teacher Accreditation (where applicable)