Early Childhood – Centre Director | Bacchus March

ANZUK Education; Bacchus Marsh; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parking at the service

Yearly Bonus

Birthday RDO

Additional Annual Leave

Job summary

ANZUK Education in Bacchus Marsh is seeking an experienced Centre Director to lead a newly opened early learning centre. You will oversee daily operations, ensure compliance with EYLF and NQF, and mentor a dedicated team of educators and support staff.

The role includes building strong ties with families and the local community, managing budgets, and driving high-quality educational outcomes. A relevant qualification and ongoing PD are required, with advantages for those with leadership

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Centre Director or similar leadership role.
• Strong understanding of compliance and safety procedures in Early Childhood.
• Bachelor/Diploma in Early Childhood or ACECQA recognised qualifications.
• First Aid, Anaphylaxis and Asthma certifications.
• Working With Children Check and National Police Check.
• Proficiency with standard computer programs and reporting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily centre operations and educational leadership.
• Mentor and support the team while aligning with EYLF and NQF.
• Build strong relationships with families and the local community.
• Ensure compliance and safety across all centre activities.
• Report to the Director of Operations and collaborate with the leadership team.

Skills

Centre Director experience

Compliance knowledge

Verbal & written communication

Computer skills

Australian work rights

First Aid / Anaphylaxis / Asthma

Education

Bachelor of Early Childhood or Diploma of Children’s Services or ACECQA

Job description

Early Childhood – Centre Director | Bacchus March

Are you an experienced Centre Manager looking for a new challenge in 2026? Lead a newly opened purpose-built early learning Centre in West Melbourne.

• Early Childhood – Centre Director | Bacchus March

The ServiceThis a brand new beautifully presented long daycare centre that is family owned and run! This new service is beautifully modern and purpose-built, with large indoor and outdoor spaces for children and educators to interact in.

The service is built upon a play-based learning philosophy, and is aimed for foster, build and create curiosity within the children. The management team bring a wealth of knowledge and experience within the early childhood sector and looking to expand their knowledge through their teachings.

The service understands the importance of continued excellence is developed through investing in their teams. Thus, there is ongoing professional development and growth opportunities at the service.

Your new role Your role as Centre Director will require you to oversee the full day-to-day of the centre which includes paving the pathway to leading the educational and operational responsibilities, including compliance and staff development. You will mentor, support and guide the team in accordance with the EYLF and NQF, and build strong relationships with the community and families.

You will use your previous experience in a similar role to ensure the high standards of the centre are maintained and using your interpersonal skills to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for children, families and educators. You will be supported by a full time Office Manager and an excellent leadership team to share ideas and experiences with. You will report directly to the Director of Operations of the service.

• Parking at the service
• Yearly Bonus
• Birthday RDO
• Additional Annual Leave

What you need… The successful applicant will have,

• 3 years+ of experience as a Centre Director – Or in a similar role
• Thorough understanding on compliance and implementation of child safety procedures within Early Childhood
• Bachelor of Early Childhood or Diploma of Children Services or ACECQA
• First Aid, Anaphylaxis and Asthma certification
• Working With Children Check
• National Police Check
• Right to work in Australia
• Strong knowledge of computer skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Anzuk is committed to providing and promoting an inclusive environment that supports child safety, wellbeing, participation, empowerment, cultural safety and awareness for all children including children with a disability and from culturally diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and or communities.

Anzuk has a zero tolerance of child abuse and a duty of care to prevent and minimise child abuse risks in both the physical and online environments.

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