Location: Port Kennedy, WA
Licensed Capacity: 86 places
Hourly Rate: $45.53 – $51.17 per hour (depending on experience and level)
About the Role
Busy Bees at Port Kennedy is looking for an experienced and motivated Centre Director to lead our service. With a licensed capacity of 86 children, you will be responsible for managing day-to-day operations, supporting your team, and ensuring high-quality outcomes for children and families.
As Centre Director, you will:
- Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of educators to deliver outstanding care and education
- Ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework (NQF), EYLF, and ACECQA requirements
- Oversee enrolments, occupancy, rostering, and budgeting
- Build strong, lasting partnerships with families and the local community
- Collaborate with the Educational Leader to drive continuous improvement and high-quality curriculum delivery
- Promote Busy Bees’ values of Care, Quality, Service, and Value
What You’ll Need
- Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education (or ACECQA-approved equivalent)
- Proven leadership experience in a childcare or early education setting
- Strong knowledge of the EYLF, NQS, and compliance frameworks
- Current Working with Children Check (WA)
- Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis certifications
- Full Australian working rights
- Above award salary – $45.53 to $51.17 per hour
Benefits
- Quarterly BEEs Bonus Program for Centre Directors
- Uniform and Laundry allowance
- Generous childcare gap fee discounts for permanent staff
- Dedicated Pedagogy & Compliance Partner for ongoing guidance
- National Support Network of Area and Regional Managers
- Access to Busy Bees’ Learning & Development programs via our partnered RTO
- Prospect to join the Global Talent Exchange Program (UK in 2025)
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for wellbeing support
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