Job Description
Location: Kwinana, WA
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Position Type: Full Time / Permanent
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Salary: Above Award + Benefits
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Lead Something Special From the Very Beginning
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Our brand-new Bright Steps Academy Kwinana centre is opening soon, and we're looking for an experienced Centre Director to bring it to life.
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This is an exciting opportunity to lead a new centre from the ground up — building your team, shaping the culture, creating strong relationships with families and the local community, and establishing a warm, high-quality environment where children and educators can thrive.
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If you're a passionate early childhood leader looking for your next opportunity to make a genuine impact, we'd love to hear from you.
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About Bright Steps Academy
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At Bright Steps Academy, community is at the heart of everything we do. We create nurturing, engaging environments for children aged 0 to 6 years, where curiosity, creativity and confidence are encouraged every day.
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Our people are central to the experience we create, and we're committed to supporting our leaders to grow, succeed and make a meaningful difference.
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About the Role
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As Centre Director, you'll be the driving force behind the success of Bright Steps Academy Kwinana.
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You'll lead and inspire your team, oversee the day-to-day operations of the centre, build solid relationships with families and ensure high standards of education, care, compliance and continuous improvement.
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You'll also have the unique opportunity to establish the centre's culture from day one and create a team environment where people feel supported, valued and proud to belong.
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What You'll Bring
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Diploma or Degree in Early Childhood Education and Care, or an ACECQA-approved equivalent
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Proven leadership experience in an early learning or childcare setting
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Strong knowledge of the EYLF, NQS and NQF
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Confidence in leading, mentoring and developing high-performing teams
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Excellent communication, organisation and relationship-building skills
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A genuine passion for delivering exceptional outcomes for children and families
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Why Join Bright Steps Academy?
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We want our leaders to feel supported, recognised and excited about where their career can take them.
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You'll enjoy:
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50% off childcare gap fees for your children or grandchildren
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Additional leave, including your birthday and one wellbeing day each year
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Access to our Employee Assistance Program
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Career development and career progression opportunities
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Support from an experienced leadership team
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A collaborative, inclusive and values-driven culture
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15% Approved Workers Retention Grant
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Make Your Mark at Kwinana
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This is more than a Centre Director role — it's an opportunity to help shape a brand-new centre, build something you're proud of and make a lasting impact on children, families and your team.

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