Inspiring Early Learning Centre Director

Kool Beanz; Mullumbimby; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Funded First Aid and CPR training

Childcare discounts for your own kids

Ongoing professional development and育e

Job summary

Kool Beanz Mullumbimby is seeking an inspiring Centre Director to lead a vibrant, family-focused early learning centre. The role combines strategic centre management with hands-on involvement in daily life, focusing on quality outcomes, staff growth and family partnerships.

You will drive a positive workplace culture, ensure compliance with EYLF/NQS, and build relationships with children, families and the community. This is a hands-on leadership position.

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ experience as a Centre Director.
• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in early childhood education (ACECQA approved).
• Strong knowledge of EYLF, NQF, NQS and Child Safe Standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication and mentoring skills.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities.
• Experience using Owna and Microsoft Office Suites.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a high-performing, engaged team.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, staffing, enrolments, budgets and compliance.
• Drive recruitment and ongoing educator development.
• Deliver high-quality education and care.
• Foster a collaborative, supportive team culture.
• Manage daily centre operations and uphold values.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and strong stakeholder relationships.
• Promote safety, wellbeing and child-first practices.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Time management

Organisational skills

Owna experience

Microsoft Office

EYLF/NQS knowledge

Education

Diploma or bachelor’s degree in early childhood education (ACECQA approved)

Tools

Owna

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kool Beanz Mullumbimby is seeking an inspiring Centre Director to lead a vibrant, family-focused early learning centre. The role combines strategic centre management with hands-on involvement in daily life, focusing on quality outcomes, staff growth and family partnerships.

You will drive a positive workplace culture, ensure compliance with EYLF/NQS, and build relationships with children, families and the community. This is a hands-on leadership position.