Centre Manager / Nominated Supervisor- Early Childhood

About us

Kradle 2 Krayons Penrith is a family-owned and operated, 60-place early learning service with a strong reputation in the local community. Many of our educators have been with us for years, and that stability benefits our children, families and team. Our owners are approachable and hands-on, and they value open communication and a supportive, respectful workplace.

The Opportunity :

After almost 11 years of dedicated service, our Centre Manager is relocating to regional NSW, creating a rare opportunity for an accomplished early childhood leader to step into this role. You will lead a stable, highly committed team and carry forward the center’s strong culture, community reputation and high standards, with the full support of our owners and Area Manager. Where possible, you will also benefit from a 2-3 week handover with our outgoing manager to ensure a smooth and confident transition.

Key responsibilities

• Act as Nominated Supervisor, responsible for the day-to-day operations of our 60-place service
• Ensure compliance with the Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations and the National Quality Standard
• Lead, mentor and develop the educator team, including rostering, performance, and maintaining ratios and qualification requirements
• Lead the Quality Improvement Plan and self-assessment, and keep the service ready for assessment and rating
• Manage enrolments, occupancy, waitlists and Child Care Subsidy (CCS) processes
• Build positive relationships with families and the local community
• Maintain a safe, inclusive environment and uphold child safe practices and mandatory reporting obligations
• Manage budgets, staffing costs and day-to-day administration
• Report regularly to the Area Manager and owners

Selection criteria

Essential

1. A minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Centre Manager, Director or Nominated Supervisor in an Australian long day care service
2. A Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or higher) that meets ACECQA requirements
3. Eligibility to be approved as a Nominated Supervisor and Responsible Person under NSW regulations
4. Sound knowledge of the National Law, the National Regulations, the NQS and the Early Years Learning Framework
5. Demonstrated experience leading, rostering and developing a team, and managing performance and conflict
6. Experience with the NQS assessment and rating process and quality improvement planning
7. Strong communication skills with families, staff and external authorities
8. Current Working with Children Check (NSW), first aid, anaphylaxis and asthma training, and child protection training (or willingness to complete before starting)
9. Right to work in Australia

Desirable

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Teaching (ECT) with experience as a Centre Manager. This is our ideal candidate, though a Diploma holder with strong experience will be considered.
• Relevant experience in educational or pedagogical leadership (the role does not require you to be the Educational Leader)
• Experience with CCS processes and childcare software (we use OWNA)
• Experience managing occupancy, enrolments and budgets
• Experience leading a service through an Exceeding or Meeting NQS rating
• Experience supporting long-serving teams through a change in leadership

What we offer

• A long-established, stable team and a supportive family-owned business
• Approachable owners and an Area Manager who back you
• Salary negotiable with experience
• A 2-3-week handover with our outgoing manager (ideally)
• Professional developments
• Staff discounts
• Great public transport access