Centre Director | Supportive Leadership | Berwick Area
Are you an experienced Centre Director looking for an environment where your leadership is valued, your ideas are encouraged and you have the support to genuinely thrive?
About the Organisation
An exciting opportunity awaits with a well-established early childhood organisation offering a beautiful, well-resourced service in the Berwick area, a positive team culture and a genuine commitment to supporting its people.
This is an opportunity for a passionate and experienced Centre Director to bring their leadership strengths, inspire their team and continue growing professionally within an organisation that values collaboration, encouragement and individual contributions.
One of the standout features of this opportunity is the support you'll receive from a highly experienced, compassionate and approachable Operations Manager. With a genuine understanding of the challenges of leading a service, they bring an empathetic, down-to-earth leadership style, a great sense of humour and an open-door approach.
You'll also have the benefit of a dedicated, full-time Assistant Director and Educational Leader, providing a strong leadership structure where you can work collaboratively, share responsibilities and focus on what matters most - your team, children and families.
And importantly, your contribution won't go unnoticed!
Why You'll Love This Opportunity
Generous, competitive salary package, negotiable depending on experience
Monthly RDO supporting a healthy work-life balance
Additional achievable performance incentives
Full-time Assistant Director and Educational Leader providing genuine leadership support
Experienced, approachable and encouraging Operations Manager
Beautiful, well-resourced early learning environment
Positive, collaborative team culture where your ideas and contributions are valued




Ongoing skilled growth and leadership development
This is an opportunity to be noticed, appreciated and supported in your leadership journey!
Management Responsibilities
Leading, mentoring and inspiring a positive, high-performing team
Strong understanding and practical application of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
Ensuring service compliance with the National Quality Framework and National Quality Standards
Managing staff rostering and day-to-day service operations
Experience using QikKids or similar childcare management software
Supporting performance management, staff development and team engagement
Overseeing financial reporting, budgeting and operational performance
Building meaningful, positive relationships with children, families and the wider community
Qualifications and Skills
ACECQA-recognised Diploma or Bachelor qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care
Minimum 2-3 years' experience
as a Centre Director, Centre Manager or in a more senior leadership capacity within a medium-sized or larger Australian long day care service
Current Working with Children Check or VIT registration, as applicable
Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certifications
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong people-management skills and the ability to motivate, mentor and develop educators
Sound knowledge of operational management, compliance and continuous improvement
Full working rights in Australia
Could This Be Your Next Chapter?
Whether you're actively considering a new opportunity or simply curious about what another organisation could offer, this could be a wonderful next step in your leadership career.
If you're looking for a service where you're genuinely supported, encouraged to grow and recognised for the difference you make, we'd love to hear from you.
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📌 Centre Director | Supportive Leadership | Berwick Area (Melbourne)
🏢 MH Consulting and Service
📍 Melbourne