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Centre Director | NEW SERVICE


Company : Children First Early Education Gympie


Location : Hervey Bay, Australia


Created : 2026-02-06


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

This is your chance to lead a brand new team! As part of the Centre Leadership team, youll play a pivotal role supporting and developing Educators & Teachers in your centre. Youll form strong relationships with children, families and communities, and understand the significance of your role. What we can offer you A exceptional salary package with wages paid weekly! 15% ECEC grant wage increase on top of a competitive base rate! 75% off out-of-pocket childcare fees! Access to discounts from hundreds of wellknown brands and retailers, including groceries, fuel, gyms, leisure and utilities! Access to novated vehicle leasing, enhancing your takehome pay! Brand new team to lead and mentor! Free annual flu shot, first aid, asthma, and anaphylaxis certification. Free annual child protection training Complimentary annual child protection training. Leading indoor and outdoor learning environments. The opportunity to shape the center into success. Innovative learning settings to foster strong pedagogical practice. Professional development and leadership programs. Growth opportunities within our fastgrowing company. A friendly and supportive management team. About the role Managing daytoday operations in accordance with legislative requirements and company policies. Providing leadership, mentorship, and guidance to our dedicated staff. Ensuring the delivery of highquality early learning programs by our passionate educators. Effectively handling and managing the centre''s staffing rosters and financial requirements in line with budget guidelines. Establishing and nurturing strong relationships with children, families, educators, the local business community, and all stakeholders. Actively participating in attracting, converting, and retaining families through effective management of tours, enrolments, and orientation in collaboration with our Enrolments Team. About you Hold a Diploma in Children''s Services or an Early Childhood Degree approved by ACECQA. Must have previous experience as a Centre Director in an early childhood setting. Maintain current Blue Card, approved First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis, and Asthma qualifications. Exhibit an extensive understanding of the Early Years Learning Development Framework, National Quality Standards (NQS), and Quality Improvement Plan (QIP). Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills. Showcase the ability to lead and mentor a team of dedicated early childhood professionals. Demonstrate the ability to incorporate critical thinking and reflective practice into daily operations. How to apply If you share the same passion for delivering exceptional service as we do, click Apply Now. #J-18808-Ljbffr