Centre Director

We are seeking a passionate, knowledgeable and driven Centre Director, who has the experience and strong desire to lead, inspire, support and manage our team of Educators, and run the day-to-day operations of our amazing childcare centre, Clontarf Early Learning. 

Our brand-new, purpose-built centre is awaiting the right candidate to lead and inspire our team of Educators and make it their own! This is a rare opportunity for a strong leader to join our team.

In your new role you will:

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the centre in line with legislative requirements, and company policies and procedures.
• Provide leadership, mentoring and guidance to all staff.
• Ensure that high-quality early learning programs are delivered by our passionate team of Educators.
• Manage staffing rosters efficiently.
• Effectively manage the financial requirements of the centre in line with budget guidelines.
• Ensure that high-quality standards for centre presentation and work practices are practiced consistently.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with children, families, Educators, the local business community, and all other stakeholders.
• Ensure you are actively attracting, converting and retaining families by effectively managing and overseeing tours, enrolments and orientation in conjunction with our Enrolments Team

Our key selection criteria includes:

• A Diploma in Children's Services or Early Childhood Degree as approved by ACECQA.
• A minimum 2 years’ experience as a Centre Director in an early childhood setting.
• Current approved first aid, CPR, anaphylaxis and asthma qualifications.
• A current Blue Card and a Police Check. 
• Extensive understanding of the Victorian Early Years Learning Development Framework (VEYLDF), National Quality Standards (NQS), and Quality Improvement Plan (QIP). 
• Excellent understanding of CCS and QikKids.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lead and mentor a team of qualified and committed early childhood professionals.
• Willingness to undertake and coordinate ongoing professional development training for Educators.
• The ability to incorporate critical thinking and reflective practice into your day-to-day practice.

We offer:

• 75% off out-of-pocket childcare fees.
• Quarterly bonuses of up to $5000
• $1000 sign on bonus, welcoming you the right way!
• Another $500 end of probation bonus on offer!
• Paid staff meetings.
• Generous budgets to be utilised for your rooms and experiences
• Free annual flu shot, first aid, asthma, and anaphylaxis certification.
• Free annual child protection training.
• An established centre with long-term Educators.
• Leading indoor and outdoor learning environments.
• Innovative learning environments where you can build strong pedagogical practice.
• Professional development and leadership programs.
• Progression opportunities with fast growing company.
• Friendly and supportive Management and Head Office teams.

If you are motivated to lead a team of passionate early childhood professionals who are committed to educating children through an inspiring curriculum and inclusive workplace, please send your resume and cover letter to **********@imagineelc.com.au 

In the subject line of your email please state: Centre Director Clontarf 

Applicants who do not meet the above criteria will not be contacted for an interview.