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Brand New Centre Opening Soon -BeveridgeHappy Sprouts Early Learning, Beveridge is seeking an experienced,passionate Centre Directorto join our privately owned, purpose-built brand- new centre located in Beveridge.As the Centre Director you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations, you will be actively involved in building a strong team culture and building positive relationships with families, children and the community. Your main role is to ensure the service provides high-quality education and care for all children and families.As the Centre Director you will be the Nominated Supervisor. You will be involved in, promoting the service, increasing enrolments, recruiting an experienced and enthusiastic team, as well as developing strong community involvement.You will support the service to ensure it meets its KPIs, which will include occupancy, budgets, service satisfaction, and Department of Education reporting. You will be supported by the experienced Approved Providers. You will have access to support services for HR/ IR issues.We are looking for someone who:Has a genuine passion for Early Childhood Education and CareHas a vibrant energy, is an uplifting team player and a confident leaderIs capable to manage the day-to-day operations of the Centre whilst ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations and our service policies and proceduresCreate inclusive, professional, and genuine relationships with team members, approved providers, Department of Education, children, and their familiesDemonstrates warmth, compassion, and possesses a high level of written and verbal communication skillsIs proactive, flexible and has proven time management and organisational skillsA demonstrated ability to lead, guide and coach teaching teams and competency in all aspects of staff managementIs capable to facilitate regular staff meetings, staff training and ongoing mentoring of staffFocus on continuous quality improvement and ensure provision of a service which meets and exceeds the National Quality Framework and StandardsWhat you will need:A Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or ACECQA-approved equivalent qualificationExperience as a Childcare Centre Director or in a leadership roleHigh-level communication and interpersonal skillsBe available to work between 6.30am 6.30pm (M-F)High-level of knowledge and understanding of; Approved Learning Frameworks (EYLF) / (VEYDLF) Victorian Child Safe Standards and Child Protection Training The Education and Care Services National Regulations and relevant laws The National Quality Framework (NQF) and National Quality Standards (NQS)Current Working with Children Check and a current Police CheckCurrent First Aid and CPR certificatesCurrent Food Safety Supervisor certificateUnderstand and working knowledge of Work Health and Safety (OHS)Experience in childcare software (desirable) and social mediaHappy Sprouts Early Learning is a professional early childhood education team dedicated to creating quality, child-led learning programs where children feel valued and safe. Our core values are positive relationships, respect and quality learning. If this sounds like a great opportunity for you, please apply though Seek. Please make sure you include your cover letter and your resume.Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Happy Sprouts Early Learning is a Child Safe Organisation.To learn more about Happy Sprouts Early Learning please visit:For further information regarding this position please call: Shan on0424 466 080 - Owner and Approved ProviderHow do your skills match this job?How do your skills match this job?Sign in and update your profile to get insights.Your application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years'' experience do you have as a centre director? Have you completed a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care? Do you have professional child care experience? Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check? Which of the following First Aid accreditations do you currently hold? Do you hold a current Food Safety Supervisor certificate? Have you completed a qualification in Work Health & Safety?To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.Featured jobsHappy Sprouts Beveridge #J-18808-Ljbffr