At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a play-based early learning centre, empowering children to explore and thrive.
- Company: Join a purpose-driven team in a supportive early learning environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a positive team culture.
- Other info: Embrace a collaborative community atmosphere with strong growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on children's lives while enjoying a relaxed lifestyle in Maryborough.
- Qualifications: Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education with leadership experience.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
Lead a Purpose-Driven, Play-Based Service. An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Centre Director to lead a well-supported early learning service in regional Maryborough, Victoria. This centre is deeply committed to play-based learning and intentional teaching, creating a nurturing environment where children are empowered to explore, learn, and thrive.
About the Suburb: Maryborough is a charming regional town in Victoria known for its strong sense of community, relaxed lifestyle, and beautiful nature vibes. Located in the Goldfields region, it offers a peaceful alternative to city living while still providing essential amenities, schools, and services.
About the Role: As Centre Director, you will take ownership of the overall operations of the service, leading a team of dedicated educators and working closely with the Educational Leader to deliver high-quality programs. This is a hands-on leadership role, balancing operational excellence with a strong focus on pedagogy, team development, and community engagement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the overall management and daily operations of the centre, including staffing, enrolments, and administration.
- Ensure compliance with the Education and Care Services National Regulations, National Quality Standards, and Child Safe Standards.
- Drive high-quality play-based and intentional teaching programs aligned with best practice and approved frameworks.
- Provide pedagogical leadership in collaboration with the Educational Leader to enhance teaching and learning outcomes.
- Manage, mentor, and support educators through professional development and performance management.
- Oversee staffing, rostering, and workforce planning.
- Manage centre operations including occupancy, budgets, and financial oversight.
- Lead the development and ongoing implementation of the Quality Improvement Plan (QIP) and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Build strong, respectful relationships with children, families, and the local community.
- Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and positive team culture that values reflection, innovation, and continuous growth.
Requirements:
- Diploma or Bachelor qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a leadership position.
- Strong knowledge of the EYLF, NQS, and Child Safe Standards.
- Experience leading teams and supporting educator development.
- Understanding of budgeting, financial management, and service operations.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to build strong partnerships with families, educators, and the wider community.
- A values-driven leader who demonstrates integrity, respect, and a commitment to quality education and care.
- Full Working Rights 18+ Months. NO SPONSORSHIP OPTIONS AVAILABLE.
If this sounds like you, please apply by sending your resume to Angela.P@anzuk.education. Anzuk is committed to providing and promoting an inclusive environment that supports child safety, wellbeing, participation, empowerment, cultural safety and awareness for all children including children with a disability and from culturally diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and or communities. Anzuk has a zero tolerance of child abuse and a duty of care to prevent and minimise child abuse risks in both the physical and online environments.
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