Centre Director – Whittlesea Early Learning Centre
We are seeking an experienced leader in centre-based education and care to lead our wonderful Whittlesea Early Learning Centre. It’s a great opportunity to showcase your leadership and change management expertise.
You will join a purpose-driven organisation where children matter more than profit.
Sparkways – big enough for career growth, small enough to know you!
A leadership opportunity with purpose
Whittlesea Early Learning Centre is a much-loved community-based centre with deep local connections and an exciting future.
We have a clear vision to transform our 110-place long day care centre and sessional kindergarten into a centre recognised for exemplary pedagogy and practice, with exceptional outcomes for children. We offer Bush Kinder, participate in supporting our local Community Gardens and are co-located with the Whittlesea Library, MCH and Community Activity Centre.
We are looking for an experienced Centre Director who is ready to lead a 110-place long day care centre and sessional kindergarten.
This role will appeal to an accomplished leader who enjoys building culture, mentoring teams, taking initiative and appreciates driving improvements. Someone who is seeking a new challenge and wants the support, autonomy and stability to make a genuine difference.
As Director, you will
- Receive remuneration circa $120,00 plus super – negotiable based on experience
- Gain family friendly, work / life balance options, including a 9-day fortnight
- Access 95% childcare discount on the GAP fee if you enrol your children at the centre
- Be supported by a team of experienced, committed colleagues who your promise to quality early learning for young children
- Have an incredible opportunity to create lasting impact for children, families and educators
Why Sparkways?
Founded in 1883, Sparkways has been supporting children and young people for more than 140 years. Our purpose is simple: to empower every child to live their best life.
Unlike many large providers, we are a not-for-profit, for-purpose organisation. We are committed to quality, inclusion and community impact. We believe great outcomes are achieved through stable leadership, strong relationships and investing in our people.
At Sparkways, you’ll be surrounded by experienced, values-driven colleagues who understand the realities of leading an early childhood service and who are committed to supporting your success.
👉 Learn more about the centre: https://sparkways.org.au/centres/whittlesea-childrens-centre
About the role
As Centre Director, you will:
- Lead the day-to-day operation of the centre with a focus on examplary practice, child safety and continuous improvement
- Inspire and develop a capable and committed team
- Build strong relationships with families and the Whittlesea community
- Drive quality outcomes and support educators to achieve their potential
- Foster a positive, inclusive and high-performing culture
- Lead change thoughtfully and bring others with you
- Work closely with a supportive Area Manager and specialist support teams
About you
You are an experienced Centre Director who is ready for your next professional challenge.
You understand what contemporary early years pedagogy and practice what best practice looks like and have the leadership capability to bring a team with you on the journey towards it.
You will bring:
- At least five years’ experience as a Centre Director
- Demonstrated leadership, initiative and change management capability
- A track record of developing teams and creating positive cultures
- Experience building strong relationships with families, staff and communities
- Sound knowledge of the National Quality Framework
- A commitment to inclusion and providing high-quality early learning and care outcomes for every child
Why this role might be different from your current one
Perhaps you’re looking for more than simply a bigger centre or a higher salary.
You may be seeking:
- A service with purpose and strong community connections
- Supportive, experienced leaders who understand the role
- Stability and long-term relationships
- The opportunity to influence culture and quality
- Work-life balance that is sustainable
- Professional growth alongside committed colleagues
- A role where success is measured by the difference made for children, families and educators
If that sounds like the next chapter in your career, we’d love to hear from you.
How to apply
Apply through SEEK and include:
Your current resume; and
A cover letter outlining why this opportunity interests you and the leadership strengths you would bring to the role.
Questions?
Mami Akase
📧employment@sparkways.org.au
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0484 761 311
Child Safety and Inclusion
Sparkways is committed to child safety and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Sparkways – empowering every child to live their best life.
