Job Description
Imagine stepping into a beautiful, purpose-built early learning centre that is less than two years old, with incredible facilities, a passionate team and plenty of opportunity to shape what comes next.
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Emali Early Learning Campbelltown is looking for an experienced Centre Director who is ready to lead a growing centre and help build something truly special.
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This is an exciting chance for a hands-on, energetic and people-focused leader who loves being part of centre life, building strong relationships with families and developing a team to reach its full potential.
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About the Role
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As Centre Director, you will lead our Campbelltown Centre and play an important role in shaping its culture, reputation, team and future growth.
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Being a relatively new centre, there is huge opportunity to build and grow.
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You will have the freedom to bring your leadership style, ideas and energy to the centre while being supported by Emali's wider leadership team and established systems.
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The centre features beautiful, purpose-built learning environments, expansive spaces and an in-built sensory room, providing an exciting foundation for high-quality learning and development.
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You'll be responsible for:
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Leading, inspiring and developing a passionate team
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Building strong and genuine relationships with children and families
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Growing the centre's reputation and connection within the local community
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Creating a positive, inclusive and engaging centre culture
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Supporting educators to deliver high-quality learning and care
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Driving quality improvement and strong outcomes for children
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Ensuring compliance with the NQF, NQS, EYLF and all relevant legislation
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Maintaining a strong focus on child safety, wellbeing and safeguarding
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Managing centre operations while remaining a visible and hands-on leader
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We are looking for someone who wants to be out and about, connecting with people and leading from the floor, rather than simply managing from an office.
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About You
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You are a warm, confident and energetic leader who genuinely enjoys people.
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You are family-focused, approachable and welcoming,



with the ability to create strong relationships with families, children and educators.
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You bring positive energy to your workplace and enjoy being a visible, active Director who is involved in the day to day life of the centre.
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You will be someone who:
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Loves building relationships and connecting with families
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Is passionate about developing and supporting educators
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Is positive, enthusiastic and brings energy to their leadership
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Is confident making decisions and holding people accountable
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Enjoys being hands-on and actively involved in centre life
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Has a genuine interest in growing and developing a relatively new centre
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Can see opportunities and turn ideas into action
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Leads with kindness, clarity and confidence
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Is passionate about creating an exceptional experience for children and families
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Child Safety Is a Paramount Consideration
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At Emali, the safety, wellbeing and protection of children is a paramount consideration in everything we do.
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We are looking for a leader who understands that child safety is embedded in everyday leadership, decision-making and centre practices, not simply a compliance requirement.
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You will lead with a strong child-safe mindset, ensuring active supervision, safe practices, appropriate educator behaviours and strong safeguarding practices are consistently upheld.
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You will be confident holding yourself and others accountable to our child safety expectations and creating an environment where children are safe, heard, respected and protected.
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What You'll Bring
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Diploma or Degree in Early Childhood Education & Care (ACECQA approved)
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Strong knowledge of EYLF, NQS and the Assessment & Rating process
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Proven leadership experience within early childhood
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Strong communication and relationship-building skills
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Ability to mentor,



coach and develop educators
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Confidence with technology and systems, including Microsoft Office and Xplor
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A genuine passion for quality early learning and leadership
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A strong understanding of child safety and safeguarding responsibilities
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About Emali
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Emali Early Learning is proudly South Australian owned and operated, with over 15 years' experience in early childhood education.
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We believe in growing great leaders, building strong teams and creating communities where children, families and educators thrive.
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Our values are at the heart of everything we do: Safety, Kindness, Connection, Joy, Growth
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You will be supported by an experienced leadership team, established systems and a business that genuinely invests in its people.
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The Perks
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Fantastic salary package
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Car and fuel card included
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Employment Hero PERKS including exclusive discounts and wellbeing benefits
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Ongoing professional development and leadership training
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Supportive leadership team
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Purpose-built centre less than two years old
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In-built sensory room and beautiful learning environments
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Passionate and committed team
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Genuine opportunity to grow and shape the centre's future
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Ongoing Growth, Training & Promotion Opportunities
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Top End Facilities & Programs
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Caring & Supportive Team
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Discounted Childcare Fees
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Employee Rewards & Benefits App
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Why Campbelltown?
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This isn't simply an opportunity to manage an established centre.
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It is an opportunity to build something.
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With a centre less than two years old, there is plenty of room to grow, from strengthening family relationships and community connections to developing your team, building centre culture and creating a strong identity within the Campbelltown community.
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You'll have the facilities, the team and the support around you. What you bring is the leadership, energy and vision to take it to the next level.
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If you are an energetic, family-focused and passionate early childhood leader who is ready to make your mark, we'd love to hear from you.

📌 Centre Director Campbelltown (South Australia)
🏢 Emali
📍 South Australia