Centre Leader
Core
Runs an early childhood education centre, accountable for quality, compliance, people, families, and commercial performance.
Role type
Centre Leader (Operations & Business Management)
Builds
Early learning services for families
Domain
Early Childhood Education / Child Care
Required skills
Team leadership, budget management, compliance management, enrolment management, business planning, mentorship, recruitment, financial management, stakeholder engagement
Preferred skills
Nominated Supervisor experience, Child Care Subsidy system knowledge, 5+ years leadership experience
Technologies
EYLF, MTOP, National Quality Framework, Thrive Quality Framework, Child Care Subsidy system
Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with National Quality Framework and regulations; Lead daily operations and team direction; Manage enrolments and family onboarding; Deliver and monitor learning programs; Lead continuous improvement via Quality Improvement Plan; Support and mentor the Educational Leader; Recruit, induct, and onboard team members; Manage performance and build succession pipelines; Develop and deliver Centre Business Action Plan; Manage budget, rostering, and resource use; Build relationships with families and local community.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC