Senior Centre Director - Busy Bees at Lane Cove

Busy Bees; Lane Cove Municipal Council; On-site; AUD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading early learning centre in Lane Cove is seeking a Senior Centre Director to manage daily operations and lead growth at their flagship location. The ideal candidate will possess a strong early childhood qualification, proven leadership skills, and a passion for community engagement. This role offers competitive pay and leadership development opportunities within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Career progression opportunities

Global Talent Exchange Program

Qualifications

• Early Childhood qualification required.
• Current Working with Children Check and eligibility as Nominated Supervisor.
• Experience in leading early learning services is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations and growth at the Lane Cove Centre.
• Inspire a strong team culture focused on excellence.
• Champion family engagement and community partnerships.
• Mentor other Centre Directors and 2ICs.
• Ensure compliance with NQF and EYLF standards.

Skills

Leadership

Financial acumen

Team development

Community engagement

Compliance knowledge

Education

Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood

Job description

Senior Centre Director - Busy Bees at Lane Cove

Location: Lane Cove, NSW
Licensed Capacity:
Hourly Rate: $50 – $55 per hour + Super (Negotiable for the right leader)

Lead with purpose. Grow a thriving community. Shape the future of early learning.

At Busy Bees, we believe every child deserves the best start in life — and every great centre deserves a leader who truly cares.

We’re looking for an exceptional Senior Centre Director to guide our flagship Lane Cove Centre through its next exciting chapter.

Following an extensive heritage refurbishment, our Lane Cove Centre has reopened as a stunning, state-of-the-art environment and now we’re ready to grow. This is your opportunity to lead enrolment growth, strengthen community connections, and set a new benchmark for quality early education in Sydney.

✨ What makes this opportunity special

• Flagship centre: Lead the crown jewel of the Busy Bees Australia network - A heritage-listed building beautifully restored for modern early learning.
• Growth opportunity: Drive enrolments and shape a high-performing culture as families rediscover this beloved community hub.
• Tight-knit team: Work alongside passionate educators, many of whom have returned after the refurbishment, creating a supportive and welcoming workplace.
• Leadership influence: Mentor other Centre Directors and 2ICs, expanding your impact beyond your own centre.
• Global perspective: Access our Busy Bees Global Talent Exchange Program — visit overseas centres, share insights, and bring new ideas home.

💛 What you’ll do

Lead the day-to-day operations and continued growth of our flagship Lane Cove Centre

Build and inspire a strong team culture focused on excellence, care, and continuous improvement

Champion the Busy Bees values through outstanding family engagement and community partnerships

Mentor and develop other Centre Directors and 2ICs across the region

Partner with your Area Director to deliver on key business, quality, and educational objectives

Ensure compliance, safety, and quality standards align with NQF and EYLF frameworks

🌱 What you’ll bring

Early Childhood qualification (Diploma or Bachelor)

Current Working with Children Check and eligibility as Nominated Supervisor

Proven experience leading a successful early learning service

Strong financial acumen and confidence managing budgets and staffing

A passion for coaching and team development

A values-driven leadership style and genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children

Competitive pay:$50 - $55/hr + Super (Negotiable for the right candidate)

Career progression: leadership development and opportunities to grow with a fast-expanding organisation

Global Talent Exchange Program

Purpose-driven culture: Where people matter, children thrive, and great leaders make a lasting impact

If you’re ready to lead growth, inspire others, and leave a legacy in one of Sydney’s most iconic early learning centres — we’d love to hear from you.

👉Apply now to join Busy Bees Lane Cove and help shape the next chapter in early education excellence.

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Busy Bees Early Learning provides high-quality early learning and exciting educational opportunities to give every child the best start in life. Our passionate people empower children in our care to become successful learners, confident and creative individuals, and active and informed citizens who are prepared for lifelong learning. Busy Bees is a global success story and our Hive is growing. With 150 centres across Australia and more on the way.

Busy Bees Early Learning provides high-quality early learning and exciting educational opportunities to give every child the best start in life. Our passionate people empower children in our care to become successful learners, confident and creative individuals, and active and informed citizens who are prepared for lifelong learning. Busy Bees is a global success story and our Hive is growing. With 150 centres across Australia and more on the way.