Centre Director

Centre Director – Job Description

Position Title:  Centre Director

Reports to:

 Approved Provider / Operations Manager

Location: City of Casey

 Early Childhood Education and Care Service

Award/Classification:

 As per Children’s Services Award 

Position Overview

The Centre Director is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and daily operation of the early learning service. This role ensures the service complies with the National Quality Framework (NQF), National Law and Regulations, and provides high-quality education and care for children. The Director leads the team, supports families, manages enrolments and finances, and drives continuous improvement across all Quality Areas.

Key Responsibilities

1. Leadership & Management

  • Lead, mentor, and support all educators and staff.
  • Foster a positive, inclusive, and professional team culture.
  • Ensure staffing levels, rosters, and qualifications meet regulatory requirements.
  • Conduct staff appraisals, professional development plans, and performance management.
  • Promote and model best practice aligned with the Approved Learning Framework (EYLF/MTOP).

2. Compliance & Quality Assurance

  • Ensure daily operations meet the Education and Care Services National Law & Regulations.
  • Oversee implementation of policies and procedures.
  • Maintain accurate documentation including incident reports, medication records, and compliance logs.
  • Lead the service’s Quality Improvement Plan (QIP) and prepare for Assessment & Rating.
  • Ensure health, safety, and wellbeing standards are upheld for all children and staff.

3. Educational Leadership 

  • Support educational program planning and reflective practice.
  • Guide educators with curriculum decisions aligned to EYLF v2.0.
  • Monitor documentation of children’s learning and ensure practice meets NQS requirements.

4. Family & Community Engagement

  • Build strong, respectful relationships with families.
  • Communicate effectively and professionally about children’s learning and wellbeing.
  • Handle enrolments, tours, orientation processes, and family concerns.
  • Promote the centre within the local community and foster partnerships.

5. Administration & Financial Management

  • Manage budgets, fees, CCS requirements, and occupancy targets.
  • Maintain accurate records: enrolments, attendance, and regulatory documentation.
  • Oversee procurement, resources, and centre maintenance.
  • Ensure safe staffing rosters and manage leave requests.

6. Workplace Health & Safety

  • Implement WHS/OHS policies and conduct risk assessments.
  • Ensure safe environments both indoors and outdoors.
  • Manage emergency procedures, drills, and hazard reporting.

Skills & Attributes

  • Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Deep understanding of NQF, NQS, National Law & Regulations.
  • Ability to build positive relationships with staff, families, and children.
  • Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities.
  • Conflict resolution and problem-solving ability.
  • Commitment to continuous improvement and high-quality practice.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education (or ACECQA-approved equivalent).
  • Minimum 2–3 years leadership experience in ECEC.
  • Current Working with Children Check (WWCC).
  • Current First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis, and Asthma certification.
  • Child Protection / Mandatory Reporting training.
  • Knowledge of CCS, staffing ratios, and compliance obligations.
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