Centre Director | Early Childhood Education | Preston VIC QuickCare is proud to partner with a family-owned, expanding early childhood education group in Melbourne's northern suburbs, in their search for an experienced and driven Centre Director. This is a unique opportunity to take the helm of a growing service and shape it from the ground up, backed by an owner with genuine ambition for further growth.

About the role

As Centre Director, you'll lead a modern, well-equipped service with dedicated spaces for children across multiple age groups, including a Kinder program. This is a true leadership opportunity for someone who thrives on building culture, driving enrolments, and establishing a service's reputation in its local community from an early stage. You'll have the backing of a family-owned operator who is already planning future growth, meaning genuine career progression for the right person.

Key responsibilities

- Lead, mentor, and develop your team to deliver consistently high-quality childcare and education
- Drive enrolment growth and build strong relationships with local families and the community
- Oversee day-to-day operations, including compliance, rostering, and administration




- Ensure full adherence to the National Quality Framework, regulations, and child protection requirements
- Establish strong, sustainable systems and a positive workplace culture as the service continues to grow

What's on offer

- Competitive salary + superannuation
- The opportunity to genuinely shape a service and leave your mark from an early stage
- Career progression with an expanding, family-owned group
- Full time position, 38 hours per week
- Ongoing support from an engaged and hands-on owner

About you

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

- Minimum 2 years' experience in a Centre Director role
- Diploma or Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (or equivalent ACECQA-approved qualification)
- Valid Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to build and motivate a team
- Sound working knowledge of the NQF, EYLF/VEYLDF, and childcare regulations
- A proactive, hands-on approach and genuine passion for growing a service's enrolments and reputation
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

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📌 Centre Director - Preston (Williamstown)
🏢 QUICKCARE
📍 Williamstown