Join The Hub where Early Education actually feels like Early Education again!

The Hub Preschool and Early Education Academy is seeking an experienced and values-driven Early Childhood skilled to lead as a Director at our Hub service in Waratah

We’re a locally owned and locally led Early Education Provider, with six services across Newcastle and the Hunter.
Our teams are backed by a hands-on group of humans who actually know the work. Specialists in Pedagogy, Operations, Training and Assessment, and Leadership.

This role is more than a “desk-bound” Director role.

As a Hub Director, you will:

- Lead and inspire a team of passionate educators

- Build strong, genuine relationships with children, families and your local community

- Drive high-quality and engaging programs grounded in contemporary early childhood practice

- Be supported by a dedicated operational team, including the Pedagogical Leader, Training Manager and both Compliance and Operations support

- Be part of a collaborative leadership team that gathers regularly to reflect, learn, problem-solve and grow together

Our values, aspirations & vision speak to:

Children as future leaders

Gathering of community

Environments that nurture wonderment

Programs that provoke curiosity

Educators who are advocates for children, with a passion to excel

Our Commitment to Children and Families:

· We are a Child Safe Organisation, upholding strong child safety policies and procedures.

· We place children's paramountcy in all decision-making, ensuring they learn and develop in a safe and nurturing environment.

· We work closely with families to support each child’s health, safety and wellbeing.

· We are committed to continuous improvement in educational practices and outcomes for all children.

· We promote and uphold the rights and best interests of every child in our care.

· We actively support a culture of zero tolerance for child maltreatment, abuse, or neglect.

· Our staff participate in regular professional development in child protection to stay informed and proactive.

What The Hub Can Offer You:

- 30% Employee Child Care Discount





- $500 Referral Incentive - Earn a gift card when you refer an educator who successfully completes their probation period.

- Free Flu Vaccinations - Available to all interested staff.

- Paid Professional Development - Access to ongoing training and learning opportunities.

- Paid First Aid, CPR, and Child Protection Refresher Training - Stay compliant and confident.

- Annual Shutdown over Christmas and New Year - Recharge with family and friends.

- In-House Leadership and Pedagogical Support - Ongoing mentorship to help you grow.

- Discounted Gym Membership with Genesis Health & Fitness.

- Free parking available near all centers

Overall position objective:

The Centre Director is responsible for the implementation of operational strategies and to support the service to meet quality and financial expectations.

Broadly, the role ensures the service is operating within industry and governmental standards and regulations and systems are in place to support compliance at all levels.

This includes:

- Leading and supporting centre staff for the effective operations at the service;

- Ensuring that the service is operating within industry and governmental standards and regulations;

- Developing a culture of teamwork and cooperation with all center staff and other Hub team members;

- Using autonomy and initiative to support best practice across all facets of operations.

- Developing strong relationships with children and families supported by the service.

- Implementing the policies and associated procedures of The Hub at all times.

- Working with HO team and Directors across The Hub , towards continuous improvement in productivity and efficiency in all areas of The Hub.





- Work in accordance with the requirements of the Children (Education and Care Services National Law Application) Bill 2010, Education and Care Services National Regulations and the National Quality Standard for Early Education and Care.

- Work in accordance with the Code of Ethics of the Early Childhood Australia.

Essential Requirements

We are seeking a degree qualified Early Childhood Teacher OR a Diploma qualified Candidate who has experience as a Nominated Supervisor.

Our successful candidate must be able to accept the role of Nominated Supervisor for an Early Education service.

Also :

- A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a leadership role in an Early Education service.

- Comprehensive knowledge of the Regulatory requirements for Education and Care services.

- Sound knowledge and implementation of the National Quality Framework.

- Demonstrated ability to motivate, lead and manage staff including evaluating performance.

- Demonstrated ability to formulate and implement policies and procedures.

- Excellent written, verbal and negotiation skills.

- The ability to communicate effectively with children, families and staff.

- A Demonstrated understanding of:

Child Protection and Mandatory Reporting;

Workplace Health and Safety issues.

- Child protection qualification.

- Working with Children Check verification number.

- A current and valid driver’s license.

- Valid First Aid and CPR qualification

We are seeking a strong and capable Director who can lead consistently and effortlessly, whist also being the champion of driving positive culture at the centre.

If you’ve got heart, we’ve got space for you.

Why The Hub?

Because here, you get:

- A workplace that values beauty, inquiry, intelligent resources + genuine childhood
- A team that celebrates your strengths and helps you grow them
- Leadership that actually shows up
- Your own in-house trainers and pedagogical mentors
- A culture built on integrity, curiosity, and community
- A provider trusted and respected across Newcastle for over 10 years

📌 Centre Director - ECT or Diploma qualified (Waratah)
🏢 The Hub: Preschool and Early Education Academy
📍 Waratah