About the role

Are you an experienced Centre Director looking for a rewarding, short-term contract? DAPELC Balcatta is seeking a dynamic, passionate, and highly capable Temporary Centre Director to step in and lead our team while our current CD is on leave.

This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your leadership skills to a gorgeous brand new, freshly launched, state-of-the-art facility. You will ensure the smooth day-to-day operations of the centre, maintain high-quality care, and provide continuity and stability for our wonderful children, educators, and families.

Key responsibilities

- Providing strategic leadership and day-to-day management of the centre, including staff recruitment, training, supervision and performance management
- Ensuring compliance with the National Quality Standard, Education and Care Services National Law and all relevant regulatory requirements
- Developing and implementing centre policies, procedures and quality improvement strategies to enhance service delivery
- Managing budgets, financial planning and operational resources to ensure the centre's financial sustainability
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with families, fostering open communication and engaging parents in their children's learning and development
- Overseeing curriculum planning and implementation to ensure educational programs reflect current best practice and meet developmental needs
- Creating a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment that promotes the wellbeing and development of all children
- Conducting staff appraisals, identifying professional development needs and supporting continuous improvement in service quality
- Liaising with regulatory bodies, attending inspections and addressing any compliance issues promptly




- Representing the centre within the local community and supporting marketing and enrolment initiatives

What we're looking for

- Formal qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care, or equivalent recognised qualification in childcare and education management
- Current First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
- Working with Children Check clearance (or willingness to obtain)
- Minimum of 2 years' experience in childcare centre management or a leadership role within an early learning environment
- Demonstrated knowledge of the National Quality Standard framework and regulatory compliance requirements
- Strong financial management skills and experience with budgeting and resource planning
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with staff, families and the community
- Leadership capabilities with experience in staff recruitment, training and performance managementProven commitment to child safety, wellbeing and development with an understanding of contemporary early childhood education approaches
- Ability to work autonomously whilst leading a team, with robust organisational and problem-solving skills
- Experience in quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice is desirable

What we offer

Discovery at Play Early Learning Centres values its team members and is committed to creating a supportive workplace. We offer:

- A competitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications
- Ongoing professional development opportunities to support your career growth
- A collaborative team environment with supportive senior leadership
- Flexibility to support work-life balance
- Employee discounts and access to wellbeing programs and initiatives
- The opportunity to lead a quality service that makes a genuine difference to children's lives and family wellbeing

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📌 Temporary Centre Director (Western Australia)
🏢 Discovery at Play Early Learning Centres
📍 Western Australia