Above award wages + 10% ECEC grant + paid weekly!
We are seeking a passionate, knowledgeable and driven Centre Director, who has the experience and strong desire to lead, inspire, support and manage our team of Educators, and run the day-to-day operations of our amazing childcare centre, Imagine Childcare and Kindergarten Nowra
Our well-established centre with long‑term staff is awaiting the right candidate to make it their own! This is a rare opportunity for a strong leader to join our team.
This amazing opportunity is an off floor position, with Assistant Director and Educational Leader off floor to support you in this role.
This is a Maternity Leave position with possibility to extend!
In your new role you will:
* Manage the day‑to‑day operations of the centre in line with legislative requirements, and company policies and procedures.
* Provide leadership, mentoring and guidance to all staff.
* Ensure that high‑quality early learning programs are delivered by our passionate team of Educators.
* Manage staffing rosters efficiently.
* Effectively manage the financial requirements of the centre in line with budget guidelines.
* Ensure that high‑quality standards for centre presentation and work practices are practiced consistently.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with children, families, Educators, the local business community, and all other stakeholders.
* Ensure you are actively attracting, converting and retaining families by effectively managing and overseeing tours, enrolments and orientation in conjunction with our Enrolments Team.
About you
* A Diploma in Children's Services or Early Childhood Degree approved by ACECQA.
* A minimum 1 year’s experience as a Centre Director in an early childhood setting.
* Current WWCC, approved first aid, CPR, anaphylaxis and asthma qualifications.
* Extensive understanding of the Victorian Early Years Learning Development Framework (VEYLDF), National Quality Standards (NQS), and Quality Improvement Plan (QIP). Excellent understanding of CCS and QikKids.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Ability to lead and mentor a team of qualified and committed early childhood professionals.
* Willingness to undertake and coordinate ongoing professional development training for Educators.
* The ability to incorporate critical thinking and reflective practice into your day‑to‑day practice.
What we can offer you
* Above award wages, recognising you!
* 10% ECEC grant wage increase on top of a competitive base rate!
* 75% off out-of-pocket childcare fees!
* Access to discounts from hundreds of well‑known brands and retailers, including groceries, fuel, gyms, leisure and utilities!
* Access to novated vehicle leasing, enhancing your take‑home pay!
* Free annual flu shot, first aid, asthma, and anaphylaxis certification.
* Free annual child protection training.
* Generous budgets to be utilised for your rooms and experiences.
* Leading indoor and outdoor learning environments.
* Innovative learning environments where you can build strong pedagogical practice.
* Professional development and training programs all paid for.
* Progression opportunities with fast growing company.
* Friendly and supportive Management and Head Office teams.
* A purpose built Childcare Centre and Kindergarten with beautiful natural play scopes.
How to apply
If you are ready for a change and want to be a part of a team that values you then Apply Today! Or please send your resume and cover letter to: employment@imagineelc.com.au
In the subject line of your email please state Centre Director - Nowra
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