Centre Director | Macquarie Park
About Us:
We are a reputable childcare organisation committed to providing high-quality early childhood education and care. Our childcare centres are dedicated to creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for children's development.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Centre Director to lead our Childcare Centre in Macquarie Park. The successful candidates will be responsible for the overall management, leadership, and administration of the centre, ensuring a safe, engaging, and supportive environment for both children and staff.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance with regulations and maintaining high-quality standards.
- Foster a love for learning and creativity among children through engaging activities.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with parents, ensuring open communication and involvement.
- Represent the centre in the local community, establishing partnerships and promoting the centre's values.
- Recruit, train, and mentor staff members to maintain a highly skilled and motivated team.
- Conduct regular performance evaluations and support professional growth.
- Manage the budget effectively, ensuring efficient use of resources.
- Work towards achieving financial goals and sustainability.
- Lead the planning and implementation of the educational program which values a holistic view of each child's development.
- Priorities the health and safety of all children in service
- Provide leadership, guidance and support to other educators within the service
- Maintaining ongoing records of the children's development, program and daily information
- Assisting with daily campus operations and room tasks such as: activity preparation and mealtimes
- Assuring the high quality of services in consideration of the National Quality Standards as well as compliance with relevant Government Regulations
- Lead the planning and implementation of the educational program which values a holistic view of each child's development.
- Priorities the health and safety of all children on campus
- Provide leadership, guidance and support to other educators within the service
- Maintaining ongoing records of the children's development, program and daily information
- Assisting with daily campus operations and room tasks such as: activity preparation and mealtimes
- Assuring the high quality of services in consideration of the National Quality Standards as well as compliance with relevant Government Regulations
Qualifications and Skills:
- Diploma/Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
- Minimum one year experience in a Centre Director/Management role within a childcare setting.
- Current paid working with children check, current First aid & CPR
- National Police Check (within 6 months).
- Strong understanding of childcare regulations and compliance.
- Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
- Passion for early childhood education and commitment to providing quality care.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Supportive work environment with a focus on work-life balance.
- Generous childcare.
- Uniform provided.
- Complementary parking .
- Sign on Bonus.
- Confidential EAP Program.
- Reward and recognition program.
- Quarterly KPI Incentives .
- Learning and development Opportunities .
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter to Careers@minimasterminds.com.au. Please include "Centre Director Application - in the subject line.