Centre Director | Full-Time | Long Daycare and Kindy

As Centre Director, you will oversee the daily management, leadership, and regulatory compliance of our service. You will be the heart of the centre—building strong relationships with families, mentoring educators, and ensuring our curriculum principles and natural learning spaces are brought to life every day. This role requires a leader who is comfortable working dynamically—managing operational and administrative responsibilities while being happy to step onto the floor and support in the rooms whenever needed.

Key responsibilities

Inspire, support, and guide educators to foster a positive, team-oriented, and professional team culture

Oversee daily operations, enrolment administration, team rostering, and service compliance

Maintain full compliance with the National Quality Framework (NQF), Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), and ECRU regulatory standards

Act as the primary point of contact for families, delivering outstanding communication and building a connected centre community

Step into ratios/rooms on the floor when required to maintain seamless operations and support your team

About you

Minimum Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (Diploma or Bachelor of Early Childhood Education is highly regarded)

Proven experience in a leadership or Centre Director role within the ECEC sector

Alignment with core values—a genuine passion for nature-inspired play, inquiry-based learning,



and creating nurturing environments for children

Proficiency with modern child care management systems (experience with OWNA and Xero is advantageous) and standard administrative tools

Deep understanding of the National Quality Standard (NQS), ECRU compliance, and child protection protocols

Exceptional warmth, professionalism, and clarity when interacting with staff, parents, and regulatory bodies

Valid Western Australian Working with Children Check (WWCC)

Current First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis, and Asthma Management certifications (HLTAID012 or equivalent)

Up-to-date Child Protection training

Full Australian Work Rights

About us

At Applecross Pre-Kindy (APK), we pride ourselves on delivering a warm, home-away-from-home environment where children thrive through meaningful, nature-inspired, and inquiry-based learning. Our spaces are thoughtfully designed—featuring native Australian gardens, rich timber elements, and custom sensory play environments—to foster curiosity, independence, and a genuine love for learning.

Attractive salary packaged based on qualifications and experience

Direct support from engaged ownership who value your leadership and input

A boutique, high-quality centre with exceptional outdoor and indoor learning spaces

The opportunity to genuinely shape center culture, lead program implementation, and make a lasting impact on young learners

📌 Centre Director | Full-Time | Long Daycare and Kindy (City of Melville)
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📍 City of Melville