Location47 Juniper Blvd, Virginia, SA, ****, Australia
Job CategoryCentre Director, Management
Employee TypeFull Time 38 LL
Contact information
Contact NameDebbie Moss
Contact Phone******** ***
Contact ******
Description
Edge Early Learning is on the hunt for a passionate and experienced Centre Director to lead our team.
If you thrive on leadership, mentorship, and creating a culture of excellence, this is your opportunity to shine!
Come and be a part of a close-knit community known for its friendly atmosphere and new beautiful surroundings.
Your Role as Centre Director: As the Centre Director, you'll be at the heart of our centre's success.
You will:
Lead with Vision: Inspire and drive creativity, innovation, and continuous improvement to enhance our services.
Cultivate a Positive Culture: Foster a supportive and collaborative environment where team members can thrive.
Recruitment & Succession Planning: Attract, develop, and retain top talent while planning for the future leadership of your centre.
Manage Agency Spend: Oversee budgets and agency costs to ensure financial sustainability.
Ensure Compliance & Safety: Stay ahead of industry regulations, ensuring that our centre remains fully compliant with NQS, EYLF, and QKLG standards.
Effective Rostering: Optimise staffing through strategic rostering, ensuring the right people are in the right places.
Mentorship: Guide and mentor your team, empowering them to reach their full potential.
Please read before applying
1. This role is NOT eligible for employer-sponsored visas (visa sponsorship).
You must already hold the right to work in Australia.
2. On this occasion, we are unable to accept applicants working towards their Certificate III or Diploma qualification, or applicants whose only qualification is a Graduate Diploma or Masters of Teaching without the required experience (see below).
3. Our centres operate extended hours.
Whilst we do our best to be adaptable, candidates must be available to work opening shifts, closing shifts,



or both.
We are unable to accommodate school-hours-only availability.
What we're looking for:
Proven Experience as a Centre Director and experience in a similar Leadership capacity
Completed Diploma in Early Childhood Education and CareOR Graduate Diploma / Masters of Teaching with a minimum 2–3 years' Educator experience in a long day care setting within Australia
Working with Children Clearance
National Child Safety Training (GECCKO), mandatory
RRHAN Fundamentals & Masterclass (SA), mandatory
First Aid & CPR Certificate/s, mandatory
Asthma Management Certificate
Anaphylaxis Certificate
Our Cutting-Edge Benefits:
Centre Director bonus scheme
Birthday Leave — a paid day off to celebrate you (permanent team members).
Childcare Gap Fee Discounts — exclusive for permanent team members.
Flare Benefits – Unlock everyday savings, exclusive perks and benefits for real life
Referral Bonus Scheme — earn bonuses for helping grow our amazing team.
Uniform Allowance — full set on commencement plus annual top-ups.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and extensive wellbeing resources— through our trusted provider Sonder.
Excellence Awards — peer recognition for exceptional contributions.
Onsite Flu Vaccinations.
Professional Development & Training — ongoing growth opportunities across the Edge network.
If you're ready to lead with warmth, integrity, and a sense of fun, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to become an integral part of the Edge Early Learning family.
Child Safety at Edge Early Learning
At Edge Early Learning, children's safety and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do.
We are committed to creating safe, nurturing environments where every child feels valued, heard, and protected.
Our team upholds the highest standards of care and is dedicated to safeguarding children through vigilant practices, ongoing training, and strong, supportive relationships.
All Edge employees undergo relevant safety checks and are expected to champion our culture of child safety every day.

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