AtSutherland Shire Council, we’re looking for a Centre Director who is a confident and capable leader – someone who leads with intention, sets clear expectations, and fosters a positive, high-performing team culture.
In this role, you will lead your service with the support of strong systems and experienced teams. This enables you to focus on what matters most – guiding your team, driving quality educational outcomes, and creating a welcoming, inclusive environment for children and families.
You are an experienced Centre Director who brings both strong pedagogical knowledge and proven leadership capability. You build trust, develop your team, and maintain high standards to ensure consistent, quality practice across your service.
About the Role
As Centre Director, you will lead the overall operations and performance of a high-quality early learning service. This role requires aBachelor-qualified Early Childhood Teacher (ECT)who brings both deep pedagogical knowledge and the leadership capability to drive excellence across all aspects of the service.
You will confidently lead your team, set clear expectations, and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement. Your expertise as an ECT will underpin the delivery of high-quality, play-based programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards.
You will also play a key role in creating a welcoming, inclusive environment where every child and family feels a strong sense of belonging.
What You’ll Do
- Lead, coach and develop a team of educators to achieve high standards of practice and performance
- Drive a strong, consistent educational program aligned with the EYLF and National Quality Standards
- Build and maintain trusted relationships with families and the broader community
- Ensure all regulatory, compliance and child safety requirements are consistently met
- Oversee centre operations, including staffing, occupancy, and financial performance
- Embed a culture of reflective practice and continuous improvement
- Create an inclusive, respectful environment that supports every child’s development
What We’re Looking For
You are a confident and capable leader who leads by example and brings out the best in others.
You will have:
- A Degree in Early Childhood Education (ACECQA approved)
- Current NESA Early Childhood Teacher accreditation
- Current First Aid, Child Protection training and Working With Children Check
- Proven leadership experience in early childhood settings
- Strong working knowledge of the National Quality Framework, EYLF and relevant legislation
- The ability to lead, influence and build capability within a team
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- A genuine commitment to child safety, inclusion and high-quality outcomes
Join our Team and Grow with Us!
If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!
- Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
- Get your application in by 11.59pm:Thursday 14th May 2026.
- Interview date:Interviews will be facilitated on Wednesday 20th May 2026.
- Package:$107,476 - $119,782 gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation.
- Hours of work:Permanent Full Time.You will have the option of a 19 day month through Council’s flex system.
- To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.
Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks, and will also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.
Reach out to Liz Pahor, Team Leader Workforce,EPahor@ssc.nsw.gov.aufor any job specific enquiries.
Jodi Johnson, Talent Acquisition Business Partner,JJohnson@ssc.nsw.gov.aucan assist with any recruitment related enquiries.
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Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government’s Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events.
