Create a Centre where families feel welcome and children thrive!

Are you an inspiring leader with experience in new Early Childhood centre setups? We’re looking for a passionate and driven Centre Director to establish and lead our brand new, purpose-built St Nicholas Early Education Centre in beautiful Forster, NSW.

This is more than a leadership role it’s your opportunity to shape a service from the ground up, build meaningful relationships with children and families, create a positive team culture, and ensure high quality Education and Care from day one.

St Nicholas Early Education Forster is on a shared campus with Holy Name Primary School and St Nicholas OOSH, the centre is part of a vibrant educational community that supports children and families at every stage of their early learning journey.

The Benefits

St Nicholas offers a wide range of benefits that support and enrich the lives of our employees, including:

• Fitness Passport (T&C's apply), EAP and flu injections
• 50% off childcare fees for all full and part-time employees
• $1,000 staff referral bonuses ($1,500 for eligible positions)

• mnBenefits program: Enjoy up to 10% off at top retailers with our mnBenefits program
• Remuneration: $120,000 + Super
• Additional Support: An experienced and dedicated administration officer to support you in your role
• Flexibility: You will be supported to balance work and personal commitments through flexibility
• Growth: Paid sector-leading training and career progression within the organisation through a variety of learning and development pathways
• Facilities: State of the Art, purpose built centres powered by 100% green energy
• Additional Benefits: Three days additional paid leave at Christmas, employer-funded parental leave, salary packaging, corporate benefits including;

About the Role

As the Centre Director, you will play a pivotal role in bringing our new service to life. You’ll lead all aspects of the setup and operation, including:

Procurement of resources and equipment

Family engagement and relationship building within the local Forster community

Recruitment and onboarding of a passionate and dedicated team

Overseeing general establishment tasks for a smooth and successful opening

Once the centre is operational, you will continue to provide strong leadership and ensure compliance, quality, and care are maintained at the highest standards.

EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a Centre Director role
• Proven ability in all areas of administrative procedure, curriculum development, parent and community liaison, staff professional development and training
• Understanding and working knowledge of WHS legislation
• Demonstrated knowledge of services requirements of the CCSS (childcare subsidy system) and ability to perform software application for compliance.
• Be willing to accept the role of Nominated Supervisor under the Children (Education and Care Services National Law Application) Bill 2010 and Education and Care Services National Regulations
• Demonstrated ability to successfully support the Early Learning Years Framework with the centre curriculum
• Previous experience in successfully managing a budget for an Early Education Centre
• Demonstrated success in new centre setups or service launches (desirable)

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma in Children’s Services or Degree in Early Childhood Teaching as identified by Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA)
• Current First Aid Certificate, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Management training
• Working with Children Check verification number
• NSW Department of Education approved child protection training certificate

Applications for this position will only be considered if submitted through the following platforms: our careers page on our website, mnpeople, Indeed, Seek, or LinkedIn.

To apply for this role, please submit an online application including:

• Cover Letter (maximum 2 pages) - Please address the selection criteria, along with the key knowledge and experience outlined in the role description. This is your opportunity to demonstrate your understanding of the position and how you are well-suited to succeed in it.
• Resume - Ensure your resume clearly outlines your competence in the focus areas detailed in the role description. Highlight how your skills, experience, and professional background align with the role and support your success.

To view a copy of the candidate pack, click here (available on the internal careers page)

For any questions, please contact:

Jodie Miller - Talent Partner
T: 02 4979 1368
E: [email protected]

Additional Information

The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons.

All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.

St Nicholas promotes the safety and wellbeing of children from culturally or linguistically diverse backgrounds and encourages applications from people from culturally or linguistically diverse background.

St Nicholas promotes the safety and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.