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Cobar, New South Wales Full-time Description Cobar, NSWFREE HOUSING (3-bedroom home)Salary negotiableRelocation assistance This is a rare leadership opportunity to run a brand-new, architect-designed long day care centre in regional NSW - while enjoying a lifestyle and financial position that metro roles simply cant match. Cobar Shire Councils Early Learning Centre opened in October 2024 and is the only long day care service in the town, purpose-built to service up to 80 children and plays a vital role in our community. The role As Early Learning Centre Coordinator / Manager, youll lead the centres next phase of growth, building on a strong foundation and guiding a young, multicultural team with empathy and clarity. Youll Be Responsible For Leading day-to-day operations of the long day care serviceActing as Nominated Supervisor (and Educational Leader when required)Mentoring and supporting educators through change and developmentEnsuring compliance with the National Quality Framework and continuous improvementManaging budgets, utilisation, quality, and community relationshipsSupporting future growth and expansion of the service About You Youre an experienced early childhood leader who balances compliance with compassion. You lead calmly, inclusively, and collaboratively bringing people with you rather than directing from above. Youll Bring An ACECQA-approved ECT qualification (or be well progressed with strong leadership experience)Proven experience managing or coordinating an early learning serviceStrong emotional intelligence and cultural awarenessA child-centred, play-based philosophyConfidence to lead, mentor, and uplift a diverse team About The Benefits Remuneration NegotiableThree-bedroom home included - FREE!!Relocation assistanceNine-day fortnight (35 hours/week)Two-week Christmas shutdownExtensive professional development (18-month funded training program)Paid parental leave, generous leave entitlements, and wellbeing daysGym and seasonal pool access Why Cobar? Cobar offers space, affordability, and community, without sacrificing professional challenge. Lower living costs, no commute, and genuine work-life balance mean more time, more money, and less stress. If youre ready to lead with purpose and enjoy a lifestyle that actually adds up, wed love to hear from you. Apply now and help shape the future of early learning in Cobar. Cobar Shire Council is committed to child safe recruitment and the paramountcy of childrens safety and wellbeing. All roles working with children are subject to appropriate screening, including Working With Children Checks and reference checks. Apply for this role Visit site Share