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Competitive Salary + Annual Bonus + 15% Retention Little Zak''s Academy is privately owned and family run. Our aim is to provide early childhood care and education in a safe, welcoming, adopting and nurturing environment. Our staff are dedicated professionals who value the importance of maintaining an optimum level of care and education for all children. We select our staff based on knowledge and values, vision for children and learning, and commitment to families. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Centre Manager to lead our 105-place, established service in Rozelle, Sydney as the Nominated Supervisor. You will play a pivotal role in the successful opening and day-to-day operations of the centre, helping to establish a high-quality early learning environment from day one. Why Join Us? We are proud to be part of the Australian Governments Worker Retention Payment program and are in the approval process. Eligible team members receive an extra 10% on top of award rates from December2024, with an additional 5% starting December2025, fully supported by the government until November2026. Little Zaks Academy is one of the few approved providers nationally to offer this benefit. A competitive wellaboveaward salary package is on offer, reflecting your qualifications and experience. Weekly KPIbased bonuses + $2,000 annual retention bonus (earn over $15,000 extra per year) Up to 50% staff childcare discounts for your own children. A paid day off on your birthday plus a wellbeing day on top of your annual leave. $1,000 staff referral bonus for every successful referral. Continuous career development opportunities including our Future Leaders Program. Employee Assistance Program via Sonder, a trusted provider of confidential counselling and support sessions. Study allowances to upskill qualifications (including Early Childhood Teaching degrees, T&Cs apply). Travel allowances (T&Cs apply). About the role As Centre Director, your responsibility and time will be spent on staff development and the operations of the centre. Your commitment to leading a service on its path to exceptional quality is endless, and you have the support of a dedicated team that shares your vision. You are a People Leader you know how to get the best out of your team for the ultimate benefit to children and families. About you ACECQA Approved Diploma/Teaching Degree in Early Childhood Education. Experience with staff development & leadership; experience in a similar role is advantageous. Strong knowledge and experience of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the National Quality Standards (NQS); ability to develop a QIP. Outstanding level of verbal and written communication. Strong computer skills. Current First Aid, CPR, Child Protection, Asthma and Anaphylaxis Certificates. Current Working with Children Check. Little Zak''s Child Safety Commitment Little Zaks Academy is a Child Safe Organisation. We prioritise the safety, wellbeing, and rights of all children and maintain a strong culture of child safety across our services. We have a rigorous recruitment and screening process in place, including comprehensive reference checks, Police checks, and childsafe employment checks. By applying for a role with Little Zaks Academy, you acknowledge and agree to undergo all required child safety checks as part of our employment process. We are an equal opportunity workplace where diversity is embraced. We foster a culture that supports inclusion and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Do not miss out on this great opportunity! If this sounds like you, please click APPLY NOW or call 0485982445 for more information. #J-18808-Ljbffr