Job Description
Lead a Centre. Grow a Team. Change Lives.
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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.
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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.
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What makes us different?
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Salary & Benefits
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Salary package up to $124,574 + 12% superannuation + ECEC Worker Retention Allowance
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Council commitment to an 8% pay increase over the next two years
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Novated leasing / salary sacrificing options
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Up to 26 weeks paid leave if you or someone in your care experiences a serious illness or accident
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14 weeks paid parental leave
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Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing support
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Fitness Passport
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Annual flu vaccinations
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Work-Life Balance That Works
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We know great leaders do their best work when they have time for life outside of work too.
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Accrue up to 2 days off per month
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4 weeks annual leave
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5 additional MyLeave days (to support your health and wellbeing)
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3 weeks sick leave
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7 days personal leave
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A Leadership Network Behind You
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It takes a village to raise a child, and it takes a strong support network to lead a thriving early learning service.
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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.
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Grow Your Career
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Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
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Leadership networking and mentoring
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Career growth within one of NSW's largest local government early education providers
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About the Role
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This is more than managing a centre. It's about creating a place where children thrive, educators grow and families feel connected.
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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.
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In this role, you'll:
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Lead and inspire a team of educators
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Drive high-quality learning outcomes for children
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Foster a positive and inclusive team culture
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Build trusted partnerships with families and the community
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Oversee centre operations, staffing and budgetsEnsure excellence in quality, compliance and child safety li>
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Coach,



mentor and develop future leaders
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What You'll Bring
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Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood Education (ACECQA approved)
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Current NESA Early Childhood Teacher Accreditation
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Experience leading teams in an early childhood setting
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Strong knowledge of the NQF and EYLF
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Excellent leadership and relationship-building skills
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Commitment to child safety and quality outcomes for children
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Join our Team and Grow with Us!
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Join a Council that values early childhood education, invests in its people and understands that outstanding leaders deserve great support.
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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.
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Reach out to Renae Giles, Senior Manager Early Education & Child Protection,
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PH: ******** *** for any job specific enquiries.
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PH: ************ can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.
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Click on the link to check out the Position Description
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Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government's Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events.
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📌 Early Childhood Centre Director (Melbourne)
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