Lead a Centre.
Grow a Team.
Change Lives.
Imagine leading a centre where you can focus on children, families and your team, backed by specialist support, experienced peers and a Council that genuinely invests in your success.
At Sutherland Shire Council, you'll be part of a connected network of Early Education services, with the support, flexibility and career opportunities that help you thrive both professionally and personally.
What makes us different?
Salary & Benefits
Salary package up to
$124,574 + 12% superannuation + ECEC Worker Retention Allowance
Council commitment to an
8% pay increase over the next two years
Novated leasing / salary sacrificing options
Up to
26 weeks paid leave
if you or someone in your care experiences a serious illness or accident
14 weeks paid parental leave
Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing support
Fitness Passport
Work-Life Balance That Works
We know great leaders do their best work when they have time for life outside of work too.
Accrue up to
2 days off per month
4 weeks annual leave
5 additional MyLeave days
(to support your health and wellbeing)
3 weeks sick leave
7 days personal leave
A Leadership Network Behind You
It takes a village to raise a child, and it takes a strong support network to lead a thriving early learning service.
As part of our network, you'll have access to specialist support across enrolments, inclusion, curriculum, quality, child safety and business operations, along with a collaborative community of Directors who share ideas, solve challenges and celebrate success together while building a legacy that you can be truly proud of.
Grow Your Career
Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
Leadership networking and mentoring
Career growth within one of NSW's largest local government early education providers
About the Role
This is more than managing a centre.
It's about creating a place where children thrive, educators grow and families feel connected.
As Early Childhood Centre Director, you'll lead a high-quality early learning service, building a positive team culture, driving educational excellence and creating meaningful outcomes for children and families.
In this role, you'll:
Lead and inspire a team of educators
Drive high-quality learning outcomes for children
Foster a positive and inclusive team culture
Build trusted partnerships with families and the community
Oversee centre operations, staffing and budgets
Ensure excellence in quality, compliance and child safety
Coach, mentor and develop future leaders
What You'll Bring
Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood Education (ACECQA approved)
Current NESA Early Childhood Teacher Accreditation
Experience leading teams in an early childhood setting
Strong knowledge of the NQF and EYLF




Excellent leadership and relationship-building skills
Commitment to child safety and quality outcomes for children
Join our Team and Grow with Us!
Join a Council that values early childhood education, invests in its people and understands that great leaders deserve great support.
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, check out our Candidate Pack for more information.
Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks, and will also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check.
Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.
Reach out to Renae Giles, Senior Manager Early Education & Child Protection, ****** PH: ************ for any job specific enquiries.
Jodi Johnson, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, ****** PH: ************ can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.
Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government's Child Secure Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events.
About Sutherland Shire Council
Sutherland Shire is a unique area in greater Sydney.
Boasting iconic beaches,stunning coastline,vibrant town centers,and incredible national parks.
All just 26 km from the CBD.
As one of the largest Councils inNSW,we're home to a growing and connected community of more than 230,000 people.
Watch the video to hear from our people about the wide range of projects we're delivering forour community.
It's a great time to join our team and do work that matters.
Sutherland Shire Council (Council) adheres to The Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act **** NSW when collecting, using and storing your personal information, and is committed to ensuring the privacy of your personal information.
Council is collecting your personal information as part of the recruitment and selection process and advises your application will be hosted by an external service provider under contract by Council.By proceeding with your application, you acknowledge your personal information will be hosted by Councils' external service provider until such time as you notify otherwise.
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Please confirm that you have read the position description and meet all essential qualification/licence requirements of the role.
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Due to the permanent nature of the position, applicants must hold an Australian/New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency and have unlimited and unrestricted working rights.
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Should you be successful you will be required to undertake a current police check and provide a valid working with children check.
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What excites you most about this Early Childhood Director opportunity, and what would you bring to the role?
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Tell us about a leadership achievement you're proud of and the positive impact it had on your team, children or families.
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If your application is successful, do you intend to undertake other work (paid) that relates to the business of the Council or conflicts with the duties of this position?
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Note: Any other work must be approved prior to an offer of employment.
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Please advise of any possible conflict of interest which may need to be considered as part of your application.
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(Please note: Conflict of interest must be appropriately managed to ensure a consistent and fair recruitment process for all candidates).
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