Permanent, full-time (negotiable), 76 hours per fortnight · $115,000–$130,000 + super, negotiable on experience

Lead the business side of Port Lincoln's community children's centre, with a strong Assistant Director running the floor beside you.About Toybox Toybox is a not-for-profit, community-owned long day care centre and registered charity on Current West Road, Port Lincoln. We are licensed for 80 children and open 7:45 am to 6:00 pm, Monday to Friday. A volunteer Governance Committee of local families and community members oversees the centre.About the role

This is a Director role built around running the business. Our experienced Assistant Director leads day-to-day operations with staff, children and families. That frees you to focus on the bigger picture: strategy, finances, enrolments, compliance and growth.

You'll be backed by a cohesive management team: an Assistant Director, Educational Leader, WHS Compliance Officer, Administration & Finance Officer, office support and Team Leaders. You'll also work with an active, progressive Governance Committee.

You'll report to the Governance Committee and act as Toybox's general manager and Nominated Supervisor.

What you'll do

• Work with the Committee on a 3–5 year strategic plan, and deliver it

- Own the budget, monthly financial reporting, fees and wage costs
- Grow and sustain occupancy, from enquiries and tours to the waitlist, with accurate Child Care Subsidy administration
- Keep Toybox compliant with the National Law and Regulations and lead our relationship with the Education Standards Board
- Manage risk, WHS systems, property and suppliers
- Win grants and build partnerships with schools, services and the Port Lincoln community
- Report to and advise the Governance Committee

What you'll bring

• 3–5 years' leadership experience in education and care,



and/or prior business leadership, such as managing commercial outcomes, leading teams or growing operations
- Solid financial skills: budgets, reporting, wage costs and CCS
- A track record of growing or sustaining occupancy
- Experience working with a board or committee
- Strong knowledge of the NQF, including the 2025–26 child safety reforms
- An ACECQA-approved Diploma or higher is preferred. We will also consider strong business leaders without an early childhood qualification who can meet Nominated Supervisor requirements and commit to further study.
- Current, or able to obtain: DHS Working With Children Check, National Police Check, RRHAN-EC, national child safety training and HLTAID012 first aid

What we offer

• $115,000–$130,000 + superannuation, negotiable on experience
- A permanent, Monday-to-Friday role: full-time, with hours negotiable
- Childcare discount
- Additional qualifying retention bonus
- Negotiable relocation package for the right candidate
- Flexible working arrangements and work–life balance initiatives where possible
- Employee assistance program
- Ongoing professional development and training
- An established management team, so you can focus on leading the business
- A supportive, engaged Governance Committee
- The chance to shape a much-loved community centre and enjoy the Port Lincoln coastal lifestyle

How to apply

Email your resume, a cover letter (2 pages maximum) explaining how you meet the role, and the names of two professional referees to [email protected], with the subject line "Centre Director application". For further information or the full position description, email [email protected].

Applications: Accepted until the role is filled. Shortlisting will commence immediately

Toybox is a child safe organisation. All appointments are subject to a DHS Working With Children Check and National Police Check.

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