We are looking for an energetic, committed and hands-on Centre Director to lead Greystanes Preschool, a small 29-place community preschool in Western Sydney.

At Greystanes Preschool, our focus is on creating strong educational outcomes for young children while building genuine relationships with the families and community we serve.

As a small service, we pride ourselves on offering a warm, personal environment where educators know the children and families well and where the Director can be actively involved in the day-to-day life of the preschool.

We value open communication with families and believe that strong partnerships between educators, parents and the wider community are essential to providing high-quality early childhood education.

About the centre and role

Greystanes Preschool is a 29-place community-focused preschool with a close-knit team and family-oriented environment.

The Centre Director will be supported by experienced senior management and will work closely with the Approved Providers and Operations and Compliance Manager.

This is a hands-on, on-the-floor Centre Director role. Given the small size of the preschool, the successful applicant will spend a significant amount of time working directly with children and supporting educators, while also overseeing the day-to-day operation of the service.

Key responsibilities include

- Leading and supporting a small team of educators
- Maintaining high standards of educational practice and care
- Ensuring compliance with the National Quality Framework, National Quality Standard and relevant Regulations
- Ensuring educator-to-child ratios are maintained at all times
- Supporting programming, educational practice and continuous improvement
- Building strong relationships with children and families
- Supporting enrolments and family engagement
- Maintaining a welcoming, community-focused culture




- Managing staffing and day-to-day operational matters
- Working closely with senior management on compliance and service improvement

To be successful in the role We are looking for someone who has:
- An Early Childhood Teacher qualification, or is willing to work towards an ECT qualification
- A strong understanding of the NQF, NQS and relevant Regulations
- Strong leadership and people-management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A warm, positive and approachable personality
- The ability to work collaboratively with educators, families and management
- A genuine passion for early childhood education
- A robust interest in building relationships within the local Greystanes community

Previous experience as a Centre Director is not essential. This opportunity would suit an experienced 2IC, Educational Leader or Room Leader who is ready to take the next step into centre leadership.

Comprehensive training and ongoing support will be provided.

What you will receive in return

- Competitive remuneration, negotiable depending on qualifications and experience
- The opportunity to lead a small 29-place preschool where you can genuinely know every child and family
- Support from experienced senior management and Approved Providers
- A supportive and close-knit working environment
- Strong staff retention
- Professional development opportunities based on your individual career goals
- Opportunities for future career progression
- Annual Centre Director bonus based on achievement of agreed KPIs

If you are looking for the opportunity to lead a small, community-focused preschool and want to remain actively involved with children, families and your team, we would love to hear from you. Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42.00 – $55.00 per hour

Benefits

- Employee discount
- Salary packaging

Work Authorisation:
- Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person

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