Centre Director | Not-for-Profit Early Learning Service

North Sydney | Permanent Full-Time | Above-Award Salary

Lead an Exceeding-rated, community-focused service in the heart of North Sydney!

QuickCare is proud to be partnering with a highly respected not-for-profit early learning service to recruit an inspiring and experienced Centre Director. About Our Client

This 60-place, Exceeding-rated service is located in the heart of North Sydney, just moments from public transport, cafés and parklands. Operating from 7am to 6pm, the centre features spacious, light-filled rooms, beautifully resourced learning environments and a large natural outdoor play space with established trees, gardens and sandpits.

As a not-for-profit, the service reinvests back into its children, educators and community, which means quality comes first. The service follows a play-based approach and is known for its strong family partnerships, secure and highly qualified team, and genuine commitment to inclusion and community connection. Fresh, nutritious meals are prepared daily by an in-house chef.

The service is supported by an engaged and approachable Board who value their leadership team and give the Director the autonomy to lead with vision.

The Role

As Centre Director, you will lead the overall operation of the service, inspiring a dedicated team to continue delivering exceptional education and care. You will:

- Provide strong, supportive leadership to a stable and passionate team




- Maintain and build on the service’s Exceeding rating
- Oversee compliance with the National Law, Regulations and NQS
- Manage budgets, enrolments and occupancy
- Build strong relationships with families, the Board and the local community

What’s On Offer

- Generous above-award salary
- Real autonomy and the opportunity to lead a service that puts quality first
- 125k-130k, generous salary package
- Supportive Board and an experienced, stable team
- Paid professional development and leadership training
- Childcare fee discount
- Additional wellbeing leave
- Daily meals prepared by the in-house chef

Essential Requirements

- Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (ECT) or Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, or ACECQA-approved equivalent
- Previous experience as a Centre Director, Assistant Director or 2IC
- Strong knowledge of the National Law, Regulations, EYLF and NQS
- Proven leadership, financial and people-management skills
- Current NSW Working With Children Check (paid employee)
- Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certificates
- Full Australian working rights are essential. Applicants on student visas will not be considered for this role.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your leadership experience and interest in the role. A member of the Quickcare recruitment team will be in touch with shortlisted candidates for a confidential discussion.

📌 Centre Director | Exceeding Service | North Sydney NSW
🏢 QUICKCARE
📍 North Sydney