Seeking a Centre Director/Centre Manager at Paisley Park Templestowe
Paisley Park Early Learning Centres
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Job summary
Paisley Park Templestowe is seeking an experienced Centre Director to lead daily operations, educational quality and team performance in Victoria. You will work with families, Educators and leaders to ensure a safe, engaging and high-quality early learning environment.
As a senior leader, you will oversee staffing, compliance with national standards, budgeting and continuous improvement, while strengthening connections with the local community and ensuring exceptional experiences for children
Qualifications
- Experience leading an early years service or Centre Director role.
- Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework and Education and Care Regulations.
- Ability to plan and monitor budgets, rosters and resource allocation.
Responsibilities
- Lead the overall operation and educational quality of the centre.
- Develop and mentor staff, foster families' engagement and community partnerships.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and drive continuous quality improvement.
Skills
Education
Job description
At Paisley Park Early Learning Centres, we believe exceptional early childhood education begins with exceptional people, meaningful relationships and an unwavering commitment to children.
We are dedicated to providing high-quality early childhood education and care through environments where children feel safe, valued, connected and inspired to learn. Our centres are built on strong partnerships with families, passionate Educators, professional leadership and a commitment to continuous improvement.
We take pride in the people who make Paisley Park what it is: experienced professionals who bring commitment, resilience, integrity and a genuine passion for early learning to their work every day.
We are now seeking an exceptional Centre Director to lead our beautiful Paisley Park Templestowe service in Victoria.
Some leadership opportunities are about maintaining what already exists. Others give you the opportunity to elevate a service, inspire a team and make a lasting professional impact. At Paisley Park Templestowe, extensive renovations have transformed the 120-place centre into a beautiful early learning environment, with thoughtfully designed spaces and exceptional facilities that support children's learning, wellbeing, creativity and connection with the world around them.
The Centre features a commercial kitchen, a welcoming Parent Café, an expansive outdoor environment and the wonderful presence of chickens, rabbits and other pets that enrich children's everyday experiences. These features create opportunities for children to develop curiosity, care, responsibility and meaningful connections with nature and living things.
This is an opportunity for an experienced Centre Director to lead a centre with outstanding physical foundations while shaping the culture, strengthening the team, elevating educational practice and building on the centre's place within the local community.
We are looking for a leader who can see the potential in a beautiful environment and translate it into an exceptional experience for children, families and Educators. You will have the opportunity to make your mark, bring your leadership vision to life and develop a service that reflects your commitment to quality, strong relationships and professional excellence.
For the right person, this could be more than your next career move. It could be the beginning of a long‑term professional home within an organisation that values loyalty, commitment, resilience and people who genuinely care about the work they do.
One of the most valuable aspects of joining Paisley Park is the depth of experience within our leadership team. You will be supported by experienced, hands‑on leaders and mentors who have been part of Paisley Park for more than 20 years. Their longstanding commitment, loyalty, professionalism and resilience reflect the strength of our organisation and our belief in building lasting relationships with the people who lead our services.
These are leaders who understand the realities of early childhood education and care. They bring practical knowledge, sound judgement and a genuine willingness to work alongside Centre Directors, helping them navigate operational challenges, strengthen team performance, maintain regulatory compliance and continually improve educational quality.
This is not leadership support from a distance. You will have access to experienced people who understand the sector, are invested in your success and can provide practical guidance when it matters. We want our Centre Directors to feel supported, empowered and confident in their leadership, while being accountable for the quality, culture and performance of their service.
We would love you to be the perfect fit to help make Paisley Park Templestowe a standout early learning service in its local community, known for its exceptional environment, outstanding team, meaningful family relationships, and unwavering commitment to children's safety and wellbeing.
As Centre Director, you will lead the overall operation, educational quality, people, compliance and performance of Paisley Park Templestowe. You will be responsible for creating the conditions in which children thrive, Educators grow professionally, families feel confident, and the service continues to strengthen its reputation within the community.
Lead the recruitment, selection, induction, development and retention of a capable, diverse and values‑aligned team.
Establish a positive, inclusive and accountable workplace culture where Educators feel supported, respected and motivated to perform at their best.
Lead by example, set clear expectations and foster professional relationships built on trust, consistency and shared responsibility.
Provide visible, hands‑on leadership, coaching and mentoring that strengthens Educator capability and everyday practice.
Engage Educators in professional learning, critical reflection and continuous improvement, with a clear focus on outcomes for children.
Address performance concerns constructively and promptly, ensuring professional standards and expectations are consistently upheld.
Champion a high-quality, child‑centred educational program informed by the Early Years Learning Framework, the National Quality Framework and the needs, interests and strengths of individual children.
Work collaboratively with the Educational Leader and Educators to strengthen pedagogical practice, reflective thinking and intentional teaching.
Make the most of the Centre's beautiful indoor and expansive outdoor environments to support exploration, creativity, physical development and meaningful learning.
Encourage experiences that help children develop a connection with nature, including opportunities to learn about caring for animals and other living things.
Foster an environment where children feel a strong sense of belonging, develop confidence and curiosity, and are supported to learn and thrive.
Lead continuous quality improvement through reflective practice, meaningful evaluation and a commitment to consistently high standards.
Paisley Park is a child‑safe organisation. This commitment is fundamental to who we are and is non‑negotiable.
Embed children's safety, rights, dignity and wellbeing into everyday decisions, interactions, leadership practices and service operations.
Establish and maintain a culture in which child safety is everyone's responsibility, concerns are taken seriously, and appropriate action is taken without hesitation.
Ensure Educators understand and fulfil their child safety, child protection, supervision, reporting and duty‑of‑care obligations.
Maintain robust recruitment, induction, training, supervision, risk management and reporting practices in accordance with applicable legislation, regulatory requirements and Paisley Park policies.
Demonstrate professional courage and sound judgement when addressing unsafe practices, inappropriate conduct or concerns affecting children's safety and wellbeing.
Ensure all aspects of the Centre's operations, including outdoor environments and interactions involving animals, are appropriately risk assessed, supervised and managed.
We are seeking a leader whose commitment to child safety extends well beyond meeting regulatory requirements. It must be reflected in their values, decisions, conduct and expectations of others.
Oversee the effective day‑to‑day operation of the centre, maintaining strong systems, processes and professional standards.
Lead rostering, staffing and workforce planning to support safe, effective and sustainable service delivery.
Manage operational budgets, resource allocation and performance to support the long‑term viability of the service.
Maintain compliance with the National Quality Framework, National Quality Standard, Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations, and all applicable Victorian requirements.
Maintain strong oversight of quality improvement, documentation, risk management, health and safety and regulatory readiness.
Ensure the Centre's facilities, resources and learning environments are maintained to a high standard.
Monitor service performance, identify opportunities for improvement and work collaboratively with the Paisley Park leadership team to achieve strong outcomes.
Develop genuine, trusting relationships with families and partner with them in their children's early learning journey.
Foster an approachable, welcoming environment where families feel comfortable, respected and connected to the centre.
Make the most of the Parent Café and welcoming facilities to encourage meaningful connections and a strong sense of community.
Build relationships with local schools, businesses, community organisations and other relevant stakeholders.
Confidently represent Paisley Park Templestowe and contribute to its reputation as a trusted, valued and high‑quality local service.
Respond professionally to feedback and concerns, recognising that open communication and strong partnerships are essential to family confidence.
We are looking for more than someone who can manage a Centre. We want a leader who can inspire a team, elevate educational practice, build trust with families and create a workplace where people are proud of the contribution they make. You will be an experienced early childhood leader who combines operational capability with warmth, integrity, accountability and a genuine passion for children and their families.
You will bring:
A recognised early childhood qualification, such as a Diploma or Bachelor's degree, that meets the applicable requirements for the position. Graduate Diploma qualifications alone will not be considered.
Current Victorian Institute of Teaching registration where required for the position, or the ability to meet the applicable role requirements.
Demonstrated experience as a Centre Director or in a senior early childhood leadership position, with the capability to lead a service confidently and independently.
Strong working knowledge of the National Quality Framework, National Quality Standard, Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations, and relevant Victorian regulatory requirements.
A sound understanding of child safety, child protection, mandatory reporting obligations and the practical implementation of child‑safe practices.
Proven ability to lead, develop and retain a diverse team while establishing clear expectations and a positive workplace culture.
Experience in rostering, workforce planning, staffing, operational management, budgeting and resource allocation.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate professionally with families, Educators, leadership and external stakeholders.
Strong organisational, time‑management and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
The confidence to make sound decisions, manage challenging situations and maintain professional standards.
A performance‑focused approach to leadership, with the ability to engage Educators in professional learning, reflection and continuous quality improvement.
A genuine strength in building relationships and creating a welcoming, connected community around the service.
A hands‑on leadership style and a willingness to be actively involved in the everyday life of the centre.
A commitment to ongoing professional development and a desire to continue growing as a leader.
A beautiful environment to lead in
Lead a Centre that has undergone extensive renovations and offers a wonderful setting for early learning, including a commercial kitchen, parent café, expansive outdoor spaces and opportunities for children to connect with animals and nature.
The opportunity to make your mark
Bring your leadership strengths and vision to a Centre with outstanding physical foundations. Shape its culture, strengthen its educational practice and help establish the standards for which the service becomes known.
Experienced, accessible leadership and mentoring
Work alongside an established leadership team with more than 20 years of Paisley Park experience, offering practical guidance, hands‑on support and a genuine investment in your success.
A values‑driven organisation
Join a team that values professionalism, loyalty, resilience, accountability, collaboration and a shared commitment to quality early childhood education and care.
Professional growth and development
Continue developing your leadership capability, engage in professional learning, and contribute to the broader success of Paisley Park.
Meaningful relationships and community impact
Build lasting relationships with children, families, Educators and the wider Templestowe community, helping create a centre where people feel welcome, connected and proud to belong.
The potential for a long‑term professional home
For someone seeking more than another position on their Resume, this is an opportunity to grow with an organisation that values commitment, invests in its people and recognises the importance of experienced, capable and dedicated leaders.
We will offer a competitive remuneration package, commensurate with qualifications, experience and capability.
Your application will include the following questions:
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
- Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the National Quality Framework?
- Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
- How would you rate your English language skills?
- Do you have experience preparing work rosters?
- How many years' experience do you have as a Childcare Diploma Educator?
- Have you completed a qualification in teaching?
- How many years' experience do you have as a Long Day Care Director?
- How many years' experience do you have as a Curriculum Mentor?
- How many years' experience do you have as a Childcare Leader?
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