Centre Director | Newly Built Service | Geelong/Grovedale

Why Join Us?
Ready for your next leadership opportunity with an organisation that genuinely values and supports its Centre Directors?
This is your opportunity to join a highly respected early learning organisation where your leadership is recognised, your professional growth is encouraged, and you'll be empowered to make a meaningful impact every day.

About the Opportunity We are excited to present this outstanding opportunity to join a well-established early learning organisation as a Centre Director. Leading a newly built, purpose-designed early learning service, you'll have the opportunity to continue building a strong team culture while delivering exceptional outcomes for children, families and educators.

As Centre Director, you'll work alongside a highly experienced, approachable and supportive Area Manager who understands the realities of leading a service. You'll also receive ongoing guidance from a passionate Pedagogical Leader committed to educational excellence.

To help you focus on leading your team, you'll be supported by a full-time, off-the-floor Assistant Director and Educational Leader who work collaboratively to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the service.

In recognition of your leadership, you'll receive a generous salary package, additional attractive incentives, and relocation support for candidates considering a move to the region.

This full-time opportunity is conveniently located near Grovedale, offering easy access from neighbouring suburbs including Waurn Ponds, Belmont, Highton, Charlemont, Mount Duneed and Geelong.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join an organisation that genuinely values its people and provides the support, resources and leadership structure needed for long-term success.

Management Responsibilities

• Mentor, inspire and lead a high-performing team.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).
• Maintain excellent knowledge of compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Manage staff rostering and workforce planning.
• Experience using Qikkids, Xplor or similar childcare management software.
• Performance management and team development.
• Financial reporting and budget management.
• Build strong, positive partnerships with children, families and the local community.

Qualifications & Skills

• Diploma of Children's Services or Bachelor of Early Childhood (ACECQA recognised).
• Previous experience as a Centre Director or an experienced Assistant Director ready to step into their first Centre Director role.
• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC) or Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration.
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven leadership and people management capability.
• Full Australian working rights (mandatory).

How to Apply
If you're looking to join a supportive organisation where your leadership is genuinely valued and your career can continue to grow, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now via the link provided.

MH Consulting and Services is a recruitment company specialising in Early Childhood in finding suitable candidates for permanent placements. Our experienced consultants are committed and driven to providing exceptional quality service by matching the right candidate to the role within this vulnerable industry.
Additional information

• Lead a newly built, purpose-designed service
• Generous salary, incentives & wellbeing leave
• Supportive leaders & a connected team culture