🌟 Early Childhood Director – St Kilda Location 🌟
📍 Location: St Kilda, VIC
💰 Salary: $85,000 – $110,000 + superannuation
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🕒 Employment Type: Full Time Permanent Role
Are you a passionate and experienced Early Childhood leader ready to take the next step in your career? Join a vibrant, community-focused early learning centre in the heart of St Kilda, where children come first and innovation is celebrated!
💼 About the Role:
As the Centre Manager, you will be the heart of our service leading an experienced team to provide high-quality early childhood education and care. You’ll bring strong leadership, emotional intelligence, and operational excellence to create a warm, inclusive, and compliant environment where children, educators, and families feel supported.
🌱 What You’ll Do:
- Provide inspiring leadership and support to a team of dedicated educators
- Ensure the centre meets and exceeds National Quality Standards
- Build trusted relationships with families, children, staff, and the wider community
- Oversee daily operations including rosters, compliance, budgets, and reporting
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and professional growth
🎁 What’s On Offer:
- Attractive salary: $90,000 – $110,000 + 10% retention bonus + super
- Relocation incentive available for eligible candidates
- Supportive team culture and experienced Area Manager backing
- Access to ongoing professional development & leadership training
- Autonomy to shape the centre culture and educational programs
- Convenient location just minutes from the beach, cafes, and public transport in vibrant St Kilda
✅ What We’re Looking For:
- Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education (or ACECQA-approved equivalent)
- Minimum 2 years' leadership experience in a childcare or kindergarten setting
- Strong knowledge of the EYLF, NQF, and compliance regulations
- Confident communicator with excellent people management skills
- A natural leader who is passionate about early learning and team development
- Current WWCC, First Aid, Child Protection & relevant checks
📩 Ready to Apply?
If you're ready to lead with purpose and passion in a thriving, community-loved centre, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply now with your CV and a short cover letter outlining why you’re the perfect fit. For further information please call Emma 0437 646 437 or email emma.easdale@randstad.com.au
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