Predictive Recruitment Partners – Bunbury WA
About Bush Kids
The Bush Kids team believes children thrive when they connect with nature. Every day, the little ones explore the outdoors, digging in the mud kitchen and discovering bugs in the garden. Guided by caring educators, children develop creativity, confidence, and resilience through play‑based learning under sunny skies and tall trees. Embracing the Southwest’s beautiful surroundings – rain or shine – the outdoors is turned into the greatest classroom. Indoors, the spaces are cozy and welcoming, but the outdoor adventures truly set Bush Kids apart and fill each day with wonder.
Bush Kids’ centres also value community and belonging, fostering strong relationships with local families and involving the community in activities. Children learn to care for each other and their environment, growing into compassionate, curious young learners who feel right at home both in nature and in the centre. It’s a nurturing, safe place where childhood is celebrated and every child is encouraged to be an explorer.
About the Role
We are looking for an energetic and assertive childcare Centre Director with high attention to detail to lead an early childhood education and care service in Eaton WA. The successful candidate will have at least 5 years’ experience in a similar role and can demonstrate proven results in leadership, financial performance, and compliance in a 60‑70‑place childcare centre.
This role balances people leadership with family engagement and operational and financial excellence. Responsible for a variety of activities, a key feature is managing multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment without compromising quality.
With a strong focus on relationships, the successful candidate will be able to inspire and motivate others, involve others in decision‑making, foster an inclusive, cooperative workplace, and hold people to high standards and compliance requirements.
* Lead the centre team with energy, direction, and professionalism to engender strong team engagement
* Plan rosters that meet budget and operational needs
* Conduct regular performance reviews and support staff wellbeing while maintaining standards
* Conduct centre tours and confidently explain the Bush Kids philosophy and value proposition
* Manage centre communication with families across various channels
* Ensure policies and regulatory requirements are met on a daily basis
* Investigate and respond to concerns raised by families and staff
* Ensure the centre is compliant and meets all relevant regulations and service policies
About You
You are a confident, conscientious person who relishes taking initiative and getting things done to a high standard. You enjoy managing multiple priorities, building rapport with people, and inspiring others to achieve high‑quality results. You are conscientious and thorough in planning work and expect the same precision and adherence to rules from others.
You’re a decisive leader who is factual and direct, strategically using influencing skills to gain buy‑in from others. You prefer fast‑paced work where you can see the results of your efforts. You value structure, clarity of tasks and duties, and efficiency with a strong emphasis on maintaining compliance and ensuring checks and balances to meet regulatory requirements.
You can respond well under pressure and adapt readily to changing situations.
What You Bring to the Role
* Fast‑paced, results‑orientated, yet people‑centred approach to work
* Ability to motivate others to achieve results
* Financial and commercial acumen to ensure the ongoing viability of the centre
* Willingness to shoulder responsibility and mitigate risk
* Desire to work at a faster than average pace without compromising standards
* Positive response to pressure and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
* Robust concern for rules and accuracy
* Desire to foster strong relationships with families and team members alike
* Self‑confident, engaging personality that positively impacts individuals and groups you interact with daily
* Strong drive to contribute to the community
What We Can Provide
A challenging full‑time role in a fast‑growing regional company that offers a satisfying career with a community‑minded regional lifestyle in a beautiful, natural WA location.
Relocation assistance considered.
Well‑being leave of 4 days per year (separate from annual leave).
Significant bonus, paid in a lump sum for achieving and maintaining 85% occupancy.
Local support from an Area Director and professional development opportunities.
What You MUST Have to Apply for This Role
* Minimum Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
* At least 5 years’ leadership experience
* Strong working proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
* A current Working with Children Check (or willing to obtain)
* Current First Aid Certificate
* Current police clearance (gained within the last 6 months) or willing to obtain prior to any job offer
* Understanding of Xplor or similar platform
* Ability to work independently and manage priorities
* Exceptional interpersonal skills
You Will Also Be Highly Regarded If You Have
* High regard for compliance with rules and regulations
* Analytical approach to problem solving and planning
* Previous experience in a Centre Director role
Sound Like Your Dream Job?
If your answer is yes, we encourage you to invest time in your application to stand out. Please take the following steps to complete the Predictive Recruitment Partner’s application process:
* Cover letter – every applicant is required to provide a cover letter addressing the role criteria.
* Resume – every applicant is required to provide an up‑to‑date resume.
* Assessment – every applicant is required to complete a short 5‑minute assessment, the link for which will be sent to you upon receipt of your cover letter and resume.
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