Exciting Leadership Position at Deniliquin Childcare Centre

We are seeking an experienced Centre Director to lead our Childcare Centre located in Deniliquin, NSW, on a full-time basis.

Reporting to the General Manager, you’ll oversee all aspects of centre operations, including leadership, compliance, staffing, and creating a safe and engaging environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of educators, supported by an Educational Leader and 2IC

• Build strong relationships with staff, children, and families

• Ensure compliance with regulations and champion continual improvement

• Manage staffing, rostering, and cost control

With the support of the Educational Leaders and a 2IC, you will generally be working off the floor and will be responsible for staffing management, rostering and cost control. You will be well-supported by our administration team, who will ensure that enrolments, accounts and fee processing are managed, leaving you to focus on continual improvement.

Join us at Deniliquin Childcare Centre, where your leadership will shape the minds and hearts of rural children, making a difference that lasts a lifetime. If you're passionate about making a real impact and leading a team dedicated to excellence in early childhood education, we want you on our team.

About You

You’ll hold an ACECQA-approved Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, or equivalent with experience in a leadership role or as a Nominated Supervisor. 

The successful candidate will need to hold or be willing to obtain:

• Current First Aid, CPR, Child Protection, Asthma and Anaphylaxis Certificates

• National Police Check (within 6 months)

• Current Working with Children Check

• NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) Accreditation (if applicable)

As our ideal candidate, you will possess:

• Prior experience in a leadership role with a willingness to undergo professional learning

• Strong teamwork and relationship-building skills

• Exceptional communication abilities and organisational skills

• Long-term mindset, embodying care, positivity, and a nurturing disposition

• Passion for the growth and development of young children

This is a unique opportunity for a nurturing professional who is eager to take the next step in their career within a supportive and enriching environment.

Why join us?

Receive a competitive annual salary circa $100,000 - $110,000, plus superannuation, and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Relocation assistance of up to $10,000 for eligible candidates

• Flexible working hours to ensure a healthy work-life balance

• Additional leave entitlements enhancing work-life balance

• Discounted childcare for employees

• Recognition program

• Cash retention bonus

• Access to professional development opportunities, including study time for related studies and support to further skills and qualifications

• An Employee Assistance Program for support

• A welcoming team culture with regular social activities and awards

• Well-resourced, inclusive and natural learning environment

• Uniform provided

• A special Christmas closure period

• Great leadership support

  
  

• Culture of ongoing learning and development

• Extensive professional learning and mentoring programs

We have a culture of ongoing learning and development, which means we offer our Educators the opportunity to develop their careers, knowledge, and skills through our extensive professional learning and mentoring programs.

Ready to apply?

If you're ready to lead a team of educators and inspire the direction of the services we provide, River Region Early Education wants to hear from you, apply today!

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