Childcare Centre Director

Job Description

We are a family owned and operated long day care centre. We aim for children to be inspired by natural and comfortable surroundings, which in turn, builds confidence and resilience to help them branch out and reach for the stars! We are an innovative, family owned, early learning centre located in Rural Queensland. We have embarked on our journey of adventure to provide inspiration, wonder, and delight to all our little friends. Our Centre has recently been taken over by new owners and is fully equipped with modern resources and a host of learning opportunities for children, creating simulating play spaces for everyone. We are seeking a skilled centre director, with a minimum of 5 -7 years experience , who shares our belief in creating a positive and happy childhood for each of our friends. We prefer you to have some operational experience and be an advocate for the highest quality care and education for our children, whilst supporting families and the local community. Combined with a high-quality understanding of early childhood and a passion to grow, together, we guide and nurture our friends, to flourish and aim for the stars! This is an exciting opportunity to be part of our journey and become an inspirational leader in a child’s life. We will also welcome any suggestions you bring to us to help improve our current operation. PLEASE NOTE – This position requires RELOCATION to Rural Queensland Our Centre is dedicated and committed to children by creating a team that: Prides itself on being passionate and focused on creating fun and inclusive environments for all to enjoy. Is ready to embark on an amazing developmental journey, providing inspirational pathways at every turn. Seeks to view the world from a child’s eye and creates magical adventures that inspire and ignite the imagination of everyone. Adapts different teaching strategies to bring out the very best in every child, where critical thinking, problem-solving and knowledge and understanding of the world is encouraged from an early age. Creates and maintains professional and collaborative relationships with families and local community links. We require the following qualifications to be held by our team members: Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Bachelor qualifications Current Blue Card Current First Aid and CPR – desirable We would love the successful applicant to have the following skill sets: Time management and communication skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. A commitment to best practice and early years learning Demonstrated leadership skills and commitment to mentoring team members. An understanding of the National Quality Framework, National Law & Regulations and the Assessment and Rating Process. An understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework and Kindergarten Learning Guidelines. A commitment to ongoing professional learning and personal growth. Respects and acknowledges Educator input. Every team member has something to contribute to the team, and all ideas and inspirations are acknowledged. Demonstrated ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative. Remuneration: $100,000 - $130,000 (reflective of your experience) + super with annual reviews Flexible working hours $5,000 sign on bonus paid after a 6-month probation period Yearly performance bonuses based on occupancy and staff management only. The application must have been in employment a minimum of 12 months after the probationary period. Substantial Relocation assistance to support your move. Yearly return flights home to your capital city. Quarterly discretionary bonuses on top of the yearly bonus after 12 months of employment 50% Staff discount off the gap fee if children attend the centre. Free Fire Safety training yearly Free Safe Sleep Training (SIDS QLD) yearly Free Yearly Team Building & Professional Development days like Sip & Paint Benefits of joining our team include: Family-owned centre with high levels of respect shown throughout. Mentoring to encourage professional development and opportunities to network with Educators within the local community. Regular morning teas and lunches are provided to all staff each month by the owners. TIL being provided for attending staff Team Meetings (which can be used by Educators to enjoy a half day/ early finish) with food and drink provided at each meeting. We pride ourselves on effective team collaboration, to enhance this, we explore team building opportunities, at team meetings, as well, as external team building activities, out of hours for everyone to enjoy! Educator birthdays are celebrated each year with a homemade cake. All expenses paid dinner and drinks, to celebrate the year gone by, as well as an individual end-of-year gift hamper or gift cards for each Educator to enjoy. Start Date: Negotiable for the right candidate All applications to - (emailprotected) NOTE – Only successful applications will be contacted Job Type: Full-time Pay: $100,000.00 – $130,000.00 per year Benefits: Childcare assistance Professional development assistance Relocation assistance Travel reimbursement Schedule: 8 hour shift Supplementary Pay: Bonus Performance bonus Signing bonus Experience: Management: 5 years (Required) Work Authorisation: Australia (Required) Work Location: In person Application Deadline: 01/03/2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr