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OverviewBusy Bees is a leading global early learning provider, offering high-quality education in nurturing, purpose-built centres where educators are supported to grow, lead and make a real difference in children''s lives, with over 130 centres across Australia and around 3,000 employees.Bee Safe: Child safety is at the heart of everything we do and is embedded in our people, places and processes. Help us give every child the Best Start in Life.We''re seeking an experienced and values-driven Centre Director to lead the overall performance, culture and quality of our Craigieburn service. This role is based in Craigieburn, VIC on a full-time basis and offers the opportunity to lead with autonomy while being supported by a strong operational and quality network.ResponsibilitiesLead the day-to-day operations of the service, ensuring excellence in education, care, compliance and financial performanceInspire, coach and develop a high-performing team aligned to the National Quality Framework and Busy Bees valuesDrive occupancy, enrolments and community engagement through strong local relationships and service reputationEnsure full compliance with National Law, Regulations, Child Safe Standards and internal safeguarding frameworksManage budgets, rostering and workforce planning to achieve sustainable commercial outcomesQualificationsA genuine commitment to child safety and wellbeing, with strong alignment to Busy Bees valuesDiploma or Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (or ACECQA-approved equivalent)Proven experience as a Centre Director or in a senior leadership role within early childhood educationStrong knowledge of the NQF, regulatory requirements and quality improvement practicesDemonstrated ability to lead teams, manage performance and build a positive, inclusive cultureWhy Busy BeesCompetitive salary package with performance incentivesOngoing leadership development and career progression opportunitiesStrong central support across HR, payroll, marketing, compliance and qualityA values-led organisation where child safety and educator wellbeing come firstEmployment is conditional on satisfactory, rigorous pre-employment checks (including WWCC, ID, qualifications, work rights and references) and child safety training, reflecting our strong commitment to safeguarding, equity, diversity and inclusion.We are proud to be a child safe organisation, putting child safety at the heart of everything we do through our Triple Layer Child Safety Framework: trusted, trained and caring people; safe, supervised and supportive environments; and clear, consistent and transparent processes.#J-18808-Ljbffr