Centre Director - Newman ELC

$112,533.67 - $114,834.04 + Super + Salary Packaging

YMCA WA (the Y WA)
Young Men’s Christian Association

$100,248.67 - $102,549.04 + $6.30p/h Remote Allowance + 11.5% Super + Benefits

Full-Time permanent position

Hello. We’re The Y WA.

We’re a local (Not-For-Profit) Early Learning Centre (ELC) on Rogers Way (Newman, WA) dedicated to inspiring and nurturing children to become independent little butterflies. You’re a big part of how we make this happen. We’re looking for an ELC Centre Director ready to work their magic.

Why join The Y? Check out our perks:

• $90,928.50 to $93,015.00 + 10.25% Director’s Allowance + 11.5% Super per annum
• Immediate access to the 10% ECEC Worker Retention Payment
• $6.30 p/h remote allowance (up to $12,285 per year)
• Subsidised housing & utilities (if eligible)
• Qualifications allowance (if eligible)
• Salary Packaging-Remote Area Benefits (including rent/mortgage/utilities)
• Relocation assistance if relocating to Newman
• Additional 1 week paid holiday season
• Corporate healthcare discounts (up to 8%)
• Mentorship, training, and professional support
• Discounted childcare up to 70%
• $500 Refer a Friend incentive
• Buy a new car & save on tax (Novated Leasing)
• Work for a WA-based Non-Profit making a difference in the community

Responsibilities:

Manage daily operations, collaborate with educators, chair staff meetings, conduct performance reviews, facilitate staff training, uphold YMCA policies, and design high-quality learning curriculums. Check the attached JD for details.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Degree or diploma in Early Childhood or equivalent
• First Aid, Asthma, Anaphylaxis Certificates (obtainable)
• Knowledge of National Quality Framework & Regulations 2012
• Experience as a Director/Manager in early childhood
• Visionary leadership, fostering a positive, inclusive, safe environment
• Experience leading teams of educators and support staff
• Knowledge of child development and programming
• Understanding of financial and administrative functions
• Obtain Police Certificate and Working with Children card

Application process:

Click “Apply” below, submit cover letter and CV. For details, contact Ben Armstrong at 0461 385 875. Deadline: Wednesday, 4 June 2025 (interviews may start earlier).

We are committed to safeguarding children and screening all candidates, including police checks. View our Safeguarding Policy here.

No unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies, please.