This is a rare opportunity to lead a 55-place, exceeding-rated, community-managed, not-for-profit early childhood education and care service.

Benefits include:

Generous remuneration: Total package in the $90k–$130K range (depending on experience)

Flexible work arrangements are possible

Support of a full-time Business Manager, plus Assistant Director/Education Leader (off-floor)

Portable long service leave

Two-week paid closure over Christmas/New Year

Above-ratio staffing in every room with an established and reliable casual pool, and above-regulation planning time

Full occupancy with waitlists in place

Well-funded budgets for environments, incursions/excursions, curriculum, and learning resources

Leadership-focused professional development, including VEYLDF, NQF and subject matter expert workshops

Nature-rich indoor and outdoor environments—veggie gardens, bush kinder, real sand in the sandpits

Low staff turnover, proactive wellbeing initiatives, and a team that truly enjoys coming to work

About the service

Our client proudly enjoys a long-standing reputation for high-quality education and strong ties to the local community. This service is governed by a professional and supportive parent-led Committee of Management. The centre holds an Exceeding NQS rating across all seven Quality Areas, most recently reaffirmed in July 2023 and has been this way for the last three A&Rs. The centre features four highly resourced indoor learning environments and expansive natural outdoor spaces. Children benefit from regular library visits, bush kindy sessions, incursions, and a curriculum that fosters joyful, inquiry-rich learning.

Your leadership matters

As Centre Director, you will:

Lead excellence in governance, compliance, and continuous improvement—aligned with National Law and Regulations

Collaborate with the Educational Leader to embed a high-quality, play-based curriculum aligned with relevant VEYLDF/EYLF frameworks

Champion reflective practice and data-informed planning through QIPs and A&R feedback

Mentor, inspire, and empower a team of 35 educators and support staff, fostering professional growth and wellbeing

Build and maintain strong partnerships with families, the community, and all stakeholders

Oversee strategic operations, including budgeting, transparent governance, and long-term service sustainability

Ensure full compliance with all legislative and regulatory requirements

What we are seeking

ACECQA-recognised Degree (ideally) or Diploma qualification in ECEC

Minimum five years’ experience in Centre Director/Nominated Supervisor roles, ideally in community or not-for-profit service

Proven expertise in NQF and NQS compliance, with a track record of exceeding outcomes

A strategic, responsive leader who leads with empathy, action and professionalism

A relationship-first approach to staff, families and governance—where people and pedagogy come before profit

Whether you are actively exploring or simply curious, we welcome a confidential chat. Reach out to Joshua Freeman at [email protected]