Campus Director - Surry Hills

We're looking for an experienced, values-led and people-focused Campus Director to lead Only About Children Surry Hills. This is an opportunity to shape a campus where children feel safe and inspired, families feel confident and connected, and educators feel supported to do their best work.

About our Surry Hills campus

There's a creative, city-fringe energy to working at Surry Hills. Set on Devonshire Street, just behind Crown Street, the campus sits in one of Sydney's most vibrant neighbourhoods, close to cafes, the library, light rail and Central Station. It feels lively and connected, with practical access for families and team members. Inside, Surry Hills feels bright, playful and full of hidden gems. Children learn across nine indoor spaces, a nursery outdoor area, alfresco dining spaces, a communal library, yoga room, tropical fish tank and a pet turtle named Albie. Outdoor play brings nature into the city through sandpits, a bike track, edible gardens, a worm farm and creative arts space.

You're The Difference at OAC

At Only About Children, everything starts with one simple truth: You're The Difference.

As a Campus Director, your leadership sets the tone. The way you guide your team, partner with families, uphold child safety and build a positive culture shapes the experience of the entire campus.

With us, your impact is visible in children's wellbeing, family trust, educator growth and a campus community that feels stronger because of your leadership.

About the role

As Campus Director, you'll hold overall responsibility for the leadership, management and performance of the campus. You'll lead a team to deliver high-quality education and care while ensuring child safety, compliance, family partnerships and sustainable operational outcomes.

Where applicable, you'll act as Nominated Supervisor and provide visible, values-led leadership across the campus. This role is ideal for a leader who can balance warmth, accountability,



operational discipline and a deep commitment to children's safety, wellbeing and learning.

What you'll do

- Lead the day-to-day operation, culture and performance of the campus with warmth, clarity and accountability.

- Embed a strong child safe culture and ensure compliance with the NQF, National Law, Regulations and relevant legislation.

- Build, support and retain an engaged team aligned to OAC's values, quality expectations and child safe practice.

- Oversee curriculum quality, educational outcomes, QIP priorities and continuous improvement.

- Partner with families and the local community to build trust, engagement and strong enrolment outcomes.

- Manage budgets, enrolments, staffing, occupancy, resources and operational performance.

- Coach and develop Assistant Directors, Educational Leaders and Room Leaders to build leadership capability.

- Model OAC values, ethical leadership and child-centred decision-making in every part of the campus.

What you'll bring

- Diploma or Bachelor qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care, meeting ACECQA requirements.

- Significant experience in early childhood education, including service leadership and team management.

- Demonstrated experience as a Nominated Supervisor or Campus Director preferred.

- Solid knowledge of the National Quality Framework, child protection legislation and regulatory compliance.

- Confidence managing operations, people, performance, quality, risk and family experience.

- Strong leadership, coaching, communication and decision-making skills.





- Current Working with Children Check and relevant state-based child protection clearance.

What we offer

- Above award pay and meaningful recognition, including Thank You and Excellence Awards, loyalty milestones and our Refer a Friend Program.

- Leadership development and career pathways, with opportunities to grow across operations, regional leadership or Support Office.

- Professional development from day one, including OAC learning programs, Grow Curriculum, Nurture Inspire Program and expert-led sessions.

- Regional, operational, compliance, enrolments, education and people support to help you lead with confidence.

- Up to 50% childcare discount for eligible team members, plus paid parental leave and salary sacrifice options. Wellbeing support, including two Wellbeing Days, additional leave purchase options, TELUS Health EAP and digital wellbeing resources. https://www.oac.edu.au/careers/benefits/

- Everyday savings through OAC Rewards, with discounts across groceries, retail and more.

- The opportunity to lead a campus with a meaningful local identity and strong potential for impact.

Child safety and inclusion

At Only About Children, child safety is at the centre of everything we do. We maintain a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm, and we are committed to creating safe, nurturing and inclusive environments where every child has a voice, feels safe, and is valued and respected.

Everyone who joins our team shares responsibility for upholding child safe practices, meeting regulatory requirements and supporting children's wellbeing. Successful candidates will be required to complete all relevant working with children, background and compliance checks.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds who share our commitment to child safety, inclusion and high-quality early learning.

Apply now

If you're ready to lead with purpose, care and accountability at Only About Children Surry Hills we'd love to hear from you.

📌 Campus Director (Surry Hills)
🏢 Only About Children
📍 Surry Hills