Centre Director

at  Green Leaves Early Learning Centres

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At Green Leaves Early Learning Centres, we take pride in building innovative and sustainable learning environments and practices in our state-of-the-art centres.
Our offering is unique, and for us, it all comes down to the little things. Our team genuinely care about the learning experience of the children in each of our centres throughout Australia.
Reporting to the Operations Support Manager, the Centre Director is key to building a team that will embrace our wonderful Green Leaves Commitments, and aim for excellence in day-to-day practice.

About the Role

• Be empowered to run an efficient and smooth operation
• Put children and parents first where we take the time to greet everyone and ensure they have the best possible experience with Green Leaves via high-quality tours and orientations
• Recruit, motivate and inspire a team of passionate educators to best practice
• Oversee and guide the highest quality of classroom curriculum and pedagogical documentation
• Ensure immaculate Centre presentation within the internal and external play spaces
• Understand and interpret the relevant industry regulations and legislation, including the National Quality Standards and Early Years Learning Framework
• Build and engage with local communities, creating strong ties and relationships with the community and surrounding networks.

Qualifications

• Current ACECQA-approved Diploma or Bachelor qualification (Early Childhood)
• Current Working with Children’s Check
• Current Anaphylaxis, Asthma, CPR and First Aid Certificates
• Current Child Protection Training
• Strong understanding of Regulation/Legislation, plus Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS) essential
• Hands-on experience running a Centre, including effective rostering and wage control, and guiding a large team’s performance
• Strong team leadership abilities with experience leading, inspiring and developing a team of professional educators
• Strong knowledge of computer skills, including Qikkids, CCMS, and ISS.

Work Perks

• Comprehensive induction and ongoing career development and support
• On the ground full-time administration support
• Above-award wages, including an additional achievable Incentive Scheme
• Childcare Discount - Enjoy a 75% staff discount off the gap fee*
• Personalised paid professional development
• Extensive budgets for resources and to support staff recognition and team outings
• Health and Wellbeing program (including annual complimentary flu shot)
• 24/7 access to a large online library of learning and development
• Plus much more through our ‘Green Leaves Work Perks’ benefits program!

Make Your Move!
Green Leaves Early Learning Ashgrove Cottage is a state-of-the-art educational haven located on Ashgrove Avenue. Our small, boutique centre caters for just 54 children and is located on a quiet and peaceful street in Ashgrove.
At dropoff, families are offered freshly baked goods and a barista coffee to take away or enjoy in the parent lounge. Downstairs you’ll find our Nursery Room, while upstairs we have our Toddler and Kindergarten room which each feature their own outdoor play space. And not to mention our amazing music program!

If you are excited by the opportunity to join Green Leaves Ashgrove Cottage, apply now!

• Conditions apply

• Be empowered to run an efficient and smooth operation
• Put children and parents first where we take the time to greet everyone and ensure they have the best possible experience with Green Leaves via high-quality tours and orientations
• Recruit, motivate and inspire a team of passionate educators to best practice
• Oversee and guide the highest quality of classroom curriculum and pedagogical documentation
• Ensure immaculate Centre presentation within the internal and external play spaces
• Understand and interpret the relevant industry regulations and legislation, including the National Quality Standards and Early Years Learning Framework
• Build and engage with local communities, creating strong ties and relationships with the community and surrounding networks