Executive Director, Boutique Childcare Centre

seek.com.au; Gosford; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Well above award salary

Childcare discount

Study support

Professional development

Autonomous leadership

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Seek is seeking a dedicated Centre Director / Nominated Supervisor to lead a boutique Early Learning service in Gosford. The role focuses on people, compliance, families, quality, occupancy and centre performance, supported by a 2IC and Educational Leader.

You will drive daily operations, ensure regulatory compliance, nurture a strong team, and foster partnerships with families and the local community, while delivering an outstanding learning environment.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education and Care.
• Experience as Centre Manager or Nominated Supervisor.
• Strong knowledge of EYLF, NQF and NQS.
• Proven leadership and staff development skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead overall operation, performance and culture of the centre, including staffing and parent communication.
• Ensure service compliance with the National Quality Framework and regulations.
• Maintain child-safe culture and high health and safety standards.
• Lead, support and develop the leadership team and educators.
• Oversee recruitment, induction, performance management and staff retention.
• Manage staffing rosters, qualifications and regulatory requirements.
• Build strong relationships with children, families and the local community.
• Monitor occupancy, enrolments and centre growth; support growth strategies.
• Lead the Quality Improvement Plan and maintain Assessment & Rating readiness.

Skills

Leadership

Compliance

EYLF/NQF knowledge

Staff development

Communication

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Seek is seeking a dedicated Centre Director / Nominated Supervisor to lead a boutique Early Learning service in Gosford. The role focuses on people, compliance, families, quality, occupancy and centre performance, supported by a 2IC and Educational Leader.

You will drive daily operations, ensure regulatory compliance, nurture a strong team, and foster partnerships with families and the local community, while delivering an outstanding learning environment.