Off-the-Floor Centre Director — Lead & Develop Teams

Milieu Early Education and Care; Campbelltown; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Milieu Early Education and Care in Raby, NSW, is seeking an experienced Centre Director / Nominated Supervisor to lead a 72-place service on-site. This true off-the-floor leadership role focuses on guiding the team, maintaining high standards and strong relationships with families.

You will oversee day-to-day operations, rostering, enrolments and compliance with NQF/NQS, while supporting the Educational Leader and Area Manager. The role offers professional development and impactful leadership.

Qualifications

• ACECQA-approved Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or an ECT qualification.
• Experience as a Centre Director, Nominated Supervisor, 2IC or senior leader.
• Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework and compliance.
• Proven experience leading and developing a team.
• Excellent organisation and communication skills.
• Confidence managing performance and difficult conversations.
• Understanding enrolments, occupancy and centre operations.
• Current Working With Children Check and mandatory training.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and support the educator team.
• Maintain a positive, professional culture and drive high standards.
• Ensure compliance with NQF, NQS and National Regulations.
• Oversee staffing, rostering and daily operations.
• Support Educational Leader and room leaders.
• Manage family enquiries, tours, enrolments and occupancy.
• Lead the Quality Improvement Plan and continuous improvement.
• Build strong relationships with children and families.
• Collaborate with Area Manager, Approved Provider and Head Office.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Organisation

Performance management

Education

ACECQA-approved Diploma

ECT qualification

Job description

Milieu Early Education and Care in Raby, NSW, is seeking an experienced Centre Director / Nominated Supervisor to lead a 72-place service on-site. This true off-the-floor leadership role focuses on guiding the team, maintaining high standards and strong relationships with families.

You will oversee day-to-day operations, rostering, enrolments and compliance with NQF/NQS, while supporting the Educational Leader and Area Manager. The role offers professional development and impactful leadership.