Centre Director – Busy Bees at Crace
Location: Crace, ACT
Licensed Capacity: 142 places
Hourly Rate: $43.99 – $49.43 (negotiable)

About Our Centre
Busy Bees at Crace is a warm and welcoming service with a licensed capacity of 142 places, offering thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor spaces that inspire curiosity and creativity. Located in the heart of Crace, our purpose-built centre supports children from birth to school age, with passionate educators and a strong sense of community.

We’re searching for an experienced Centre Director to lead our dedicated team and deliver high-quality education and care. If you’re a strong, values-driven leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and is ready to make a lasting impact — we want to hear from you!

About the Role
As a Centre Director, you will:

Lead, inspire and develop your team to deliver exceptional outcomes for children and families

Oversee daily operations, enrolments, and staff rostering

Manage budgets, compliance, and reporting requirements

Maintain strong relationships with families, the local community, and regulatory bodies

Drive continuous improvement through the National Quality Framework and EYLF

Foster a culture of collaboration, professionalism, and accountability

What You’ll Need

A Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education (or ACECQA-approved equivalent)

Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Centre Director

In-depth understanding of the NQF, EYLF, and compliance standards

Strong leadership, financial, and people management skills

Current Working with Vulnerable People Registration (WWVP) – ACT

Valid First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis certificates

Child Protection / Mandatory Reporting training

Australian work rights (Citizen, PR, or appropriate visa)

Key Benefits

Hourly salary: $43.99 – $49.43 per hour (negotiable)

Quarterly BEEs Bonus eligibility for Centre Directors

Relocation Support: Up to $4,000 (refundable) for candidates relocating from Sydney, Melbourne, or Brisbane

Retention Bonus OR Visa Sponsorship (choose one):

Retention bonus of up to $6,000 (paid at 6 & 13 months), OR

Visa sponsorship for eligible candidates in Sydney, Melbourne, or Brisbane

Laundry allowance and annual uniform allocation

Generous childcare discount (up to 50%) for permanent staff

National and global leadership development programs

Access to the Busy Bees Learning Platform

Supportive Area Director and operational structure

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Opportunity to grow within a national and international network

Take the next step in your leadership journey with Busy Bees at Crace. Apply today and make a lasting difference in the lives of children, families, and educators.