Are you ready to shape something extraordinary from the very beginning? As the Centre Director of our brand-new early learning centre, you’ll have the unique opportunity to build a thriving team, create an inspiring culture, and establish a warm, welcoming environment where children,
families, and educators flourish. Lead with purpose, inspire excellence, and leave a lasting legacy as you bring a new centre to life and make a meaningful difference every day.
Summary:
Village Early Learning is seeking an experienced and passionate Centre Director to lead our newest service in Wellard. This is a great opportunity to influence every stage of a centre’s journey, from building an exceptional team and strong community partnerships to creating a culture where innovation, collaboration, and quality are at the heart of everything you do.
Our Mission:
As a proud WA-owned organisation, we celebrate our diverse community! With a
wealth of resources and a team of passionate educators, we’re dedicated to
supporting every child on their unique learning journey. Together, we’ll
nurture curiosity, inspire imagination, and create unforgettable moments that
last a lifetime!
Responsibilities:
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Build Something Extraordinary: Lead the exciting journey of establishing our brand-new centre, creating a positive culture, high-performing team, and exceptional learning environment from day one.
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Inspire & Develop Your Team: Recruit, mentor, and empower a passionate team of educators, fostering collaboration, professional growth, and a shared commitment to excellence.
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Lead with Confidence: Partner with your Area Manager while enjoying the
autonomy to make meaningful decisions that drive quality outcomes for children, families and your team.
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Deliver Excellence: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the service, ensuring
compliance with the National Quality Framework, Education and Care Services National Regulations, and organisational policies while striving for continuous improvement.
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Build Strong Community Connections: Create genuine relationships with
children, families, and the local community, establishing a centre that families trust and recommend.
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Drive Quality & Innovation: Champion best practice, embrace new ideas,
and lead continuous improvement initiatives that create exceptional experiences for children and educators.
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Create a Thriving Centre: Oversee occupancy, team engagement, and centre
performance, ensuring the service is positioned for long-term success.
Qualifications:
- Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent.
- Already excelling in a leadership role and ready to elevate your impact? Step up and take the next leap in Early Childhood Education!
- Outstanding leadership and exceptional communication skills
- Passion for Creating Magical Learning Spaces
- Strong Problem-Solving skills and tackle challenges head-on with a calm and thoughtful approach
- In-depth knowledge of the National Quality Framework and regulations
Perks & Benefits:
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Competitive Pay: Be recognised with a competitive salary and great incentives and performance-based bonus
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Substantial Childcare Discounts: Save on childcare costs across all our services
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Wellness Support: Access our Employee Assistance Program for your well-being
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Generous Resource Budget: Each classroom is equipped with a budget for resources, allowing educators to create inspiring learning environments
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Team Celebrations: Join in the fun at our events and build camaraderie!
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Stylish Uniforms: Look sharp with a provided uniform!
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Career Growth: Clear pathways for advancement because we want to see you shine!
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Everyday Discounts: Save on thousands of items from groceries to gym memberships because we believe in rewarding our team.
Join us in creating magical moments for children and families in our community. Let’s make
learning an adventure together.
Next Steps
If you would like to be part of our hard-working, collaborative and supportive team; we’re professional and customer focussed, yet enjoy having a laugh just as quickly as we jump in to help out each other
out with an issue, we’d like to hear from you.
Our Village is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children. Child safety is our top priority, and all team members are expected to embrace this shared commitment. We conduct thorough checks through references and employment history to ensure we are recruiting the right people
for our Village, and for the safeguarding of children.
