Overview
Develop, inspire, and grow as an Assistant Centre Director
As the Assistant Centre Director at Guardian Cooranbong, you'll bring energy, passion, and leadership—helping guide an amazing team, support big ideas, and create a space where children, families, and educators feel at home.
We don't settle for ordinary, and we're looking for someone who will help deliver exceptional outcomes, foster strong relationships, and make a lasting impact on the children and teams in your centre.
Opportunities
- Support the Centre Director to build an empowered, motivated, and high-performing team
- Help run the centre like it's your own, with the support of a leadership network when you need it
- Ensure families feel informed, supported, and delighted by the education and care provided
- Contribute to an outstanding culture of quality, safety, and innovation
- Play a key role in business performance, helping invest in more high-quality education for children
As an Assistant Centre Director, you'll
- Be part of a passionate team delivering best-practice early childhood programs
- Develop your leadership skills through mentoring, coaching, workshops, and career growth opportunities
- Collaborate with educators to share and implement innovative approaches to learning through exploration, discovery, and play
- Contribute to decisions about resourcing, the educational environment, and the ongoing success of the centre
- Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits, including childcare discounts, recognition programs, paid first aid courses, and access to exclusive discounts through WHEREFIT
- Participate in the Guardian Degree Program with paid study, flexible hours, mentoring, and course reimbursement (T&Cs apply)
What we're looking for
- Diploma in Children's Services or Bachelor of Education (completed or in progress)
- Experience in a senior or leadership role in a long day-care centre
- Sound knowledge of the NQF and EYLF, with practical implementation experience
- Budget and financial accountability experience
- Current First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certificates, and a valid Working With Children Check
The Centre
Opening early 2026, Guardian Cooranbong will offer a new standard in early childhood education and care, featuring a brand-new centre with inspiring learning spaces, a passionate team, and a strong focus on quality and community.
If you're ready to step into a leadership role where you can inspire your team, engage families, and make a real difference in children's lives, this is your opportunity to grow with Guardian.
Apply now
Guardian Childcare & Education values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress.
We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.
At Guardian Childcare & Education, children's safety and wellbeing are our top priority. We have zero tolerance for any form of abuse or harm. We rigorously screen all potential team members, requiring a 10-year verifiable resume, 5 years of direct manager references, and other security checks to ensure they meet our high standards.
*for those who have not been in employment that long, these expectations will be adjusted.
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