Emerging Centre Director - Step Up from 2IC | Regional VIC

QuickCare; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Leadership training program

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

Quickcare is partnering with a respected early learning provider in regional Victoria to recruit an ambitious 2IC or Assistant Director ready to relocate and step into their first Centre Director role. As Centre Director, you will lead daily operations, mentor staff, oversee compliance with National Law, drive quality, manage enrolments and occupancy, and build strong relationships with families.

This permanent, full-time opportunity offers relocation support, a generous salary package and

Qualifications

• Experience in a leadership role within early childhood education.
• Willingness to relocate to regional Victoria.
• Strong knowledge of National Law, Regulations, EYLF and NQS.
• Full Australian working rights.
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certificates.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and support your team.
• Oversee compliance with the National Law, Regulations and NQS.
• Drive quality improvement and prepare for assessment and rating.
• Manage budgets, enrolments and occupancy.
• Build strong relationships with families and the local community.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Budget management

Community relations

Education

Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Emerging Centre Director - Step Up from 2IC | Regional VIC

Centre Director – Relocation Opportunity | Step Up from 2IC

Regional Victoria | Permanent Full-Time | Generous Salary + Relocation Support

Ready to take the next step in your career? Step into a Director role with one of Australia’s leading early learning providers!

Quickcare is excited to be partnering with one of Australia’s most respected early learning providers to find an ambitious 2IC or Assistant Director ready to relocate to regional Victoria and step into their first Centre Director role.

About Our Client

Our client is one of Australia’s leading early learning providers, known for its commitment to quality, its people-first culture and its investment in growing leaders from within. With strong operational support, proven systems and a dedicated area management team, you will have everything you need to succeed in your first Director role.

The service is a well-established, play-based centre in a thriving regional Victorian community. It features spacious, well-resourced rooms, large natural outdoor play areas and a warm, settled team who are ready to welcome a new leader.

Why Relocate?

Regional Victoria offers a lifestyle that’s hard to beat: more affordable living, less time stuck in traffic, a close-knit community and beautiful surroundings on your doorstep. It’s the perfect opportunity to grow your career while enjoying a better work-life balance.

The Role

As Centre Director, you will lead the day-to-day operation of the service, guiding a passionate team to deliver high-quality education and care. You will:

• Lead, mentor and support your team
• Oversee compliance with the National Law, Regulations and NQS
• Drive quality improvement and prepare the service for assessment and rating
• Manage budgets, enrolments and occupancy
• Build strong relationships with families and the local community

What’s On Offer

• Generous salary package
• Relocation support to help you settle in
• A structured leadership training program to set you up for success in your first Director role
• Ongoing professional development and clear career progression pathways
• Dedicated support from an experienced area manager
• Childcare fee discount
• The backing of a large, reputable national provider

Essential Requirements

• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (ECT), or ACECQA-approved equivalent
• Current experience as a 2IC, Assistant Director or Room Leader ready to step up
• Strong knowledge of the National Law, Regulations, EYLF and NQS
• Willingness to relocate to regional Victoria
• Current Victorian Working with Children Check (or ability to obtain)
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certificates
• Full Australian working rights are essential. Applicants on student visas will not be considered for this role.