Centre Leadership

Enjoy an exciting and fulfilling career in Centre Leadership with St Nicholas Early Education

About us

St Nicholas Early Education is our region’s leading provider of child-led, play-based early education and care for children aged 0-5.

We support and partner with families to nurture and inspire children as they develop the skills to flourish at home, in care, and in communities.

Benefits

As an employee of St Nicholas, you could gain access to a range of exciting benefits.

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Above-award conditions and recognised paid overtime

3 days of additional leave

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50% discount on your child care fees

Paid sector-leading professional learning opportunities

Employer-funded Paid Parental Leave

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Flexible working arrangements

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Friendly, inclusive and supportive team culture

Contemporary centre environments powered by 100% renewable energy

Reduced gym membership w/ Fitness Passport

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**Generous referral bonuses – $1,000 ($1,500 for eligible positions*)**

Annual conference and awards

Support from dedicated Pedagogy, Quality, Professional Learning, Area, Staffing and Administration teams

Wellness Package – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), free flue injections and discounted healthcare

Salary packaging options

Paid annual NESA accreditation fees

The roles

Centre Directors are responsible for leading early education centres and their teams, ensuring the highest standards of education and care, developing educational programs, promoting continuous improvement, creating a safe and engaging environment, and maintaining regulatory compliance.

Assistant Directors support the daily operations of the centre, focusing on educational quality and operational efficiency, developing programs, managing communications with families and team members, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures, and leading in the Director’s absence.

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Skills and experience

Experience

Minimum 3 years’ experience in same role
Proven ability in all areas of administrative procedures, curriculum development, family and community liaison, and team member professional learning
Understanding and working knowledge of WHS legislation
Demonstrated knowledge of services requirements of the CCSS (Child Care Subsidy System) and ability to perform software application for compliance
Be willing to accept the role of Nominated Supervisor under the Children (Education and Care Services National Law Application) Bill 2010 and Education and Care Services National Regulations
Demonstrated ability to successfully support the Early Learning Years Framework with the centre curriculum
Previous experience in successfully managing a budget for an early education centre.

Qualifications

Diploma in Children’s Services or Degree in Early Childhood Teaching as identified by Australian Children’s Education and care Authority
Current First Aid Certificate, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Management training
Working with Children Check verification number
DEC approved child protection training certificate.

How to apply

Ready to join our team? Our recruitment process is designed to be straightforward and accessible for all applicants. Follow these simple steps to start your journey with us.