Experienced Child Care Centre Director

$95,000 – $115,000 per year + Further Opportunity We are excited to meet our newest Centre Director Are you ready to help lead, inspire, and shape the future of early childhood education in Adelaide? Adelaide Early Learning is an experienced Child Care provider but is brand new in the Adelaide region - we are looking for a leader to truly make a difference in the Adelaide community We are a family owned service with community at the front of our mind – Community, Care and Connection will underpin what we do and how we do it Currently you won't find too much about us online, but we know that the secret recipe is an amazing team and this means finding the perfect potential Director, and their team before we make general promises on a website or social media platform (give us a call or an email to chat and learn more about why we are so excited) Working alongside a fantastic Regional Support Manager, your role will be to quickly become part of the Community by leading an exceptional Long Day Care Centre in Athelstone. This is an opportunity to help support, design and deliver an amazing quality early learning service, supporting and building a team of dedicated professionals who will make a meaningful impact on the lives of children, families, and educators in Athelstone and surrounds. About the Role As the Centre Director you will be responsible for the operational excellence, safety, and people leadership of Adelaide Early Learning. You will help to ensure that Adelaide Early Learning becomes known quickly as a leader in early childhood education through our positive community engagement and high-quality programs Key Responsibilities Operational Excellence Deliver high-quality early childhood services that values children, families and educators while meeting regulatory standards. Build, support and guide a team to execute Adelaide EL values and objectives alongside the Adelaide Regional Support Manager. Implement policies and procedures in compliance with regulations and Adelaide EL standards. Oversee service presentation standards Safety & Compliance Champion Adelaide EL safety framework to maximise the wellbeing of children and staff. Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and resolve any issue effectively. Foster a collaborative and inclusive culture, inspiring a diverse team to achieve shared goals. Mentor and support staff through professional development and engagement initiatives. Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to enhance Adelaide EL reputation and culture. About You You are a genuine and accountable person who has a positive mindset. A person that truly cares about families, children and team. An inspiring leader, and a passionate advocate for quality early childhood education who aligns with Adelaide EL values. You thrive in a busy environment and have the skills and experience to deliver exceptional outcomes for children, families, and educators. Candidates must hold valid Australian work rights including Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or appropriate working visas. Essential Qualifications & Experience Proven experience in a similar leadership role within early childhood education or childcare services. Working knowledge of government funding and requirements. Demonstrated experience managing culturally diverse teams. Either a diploma or bachelor's degree in early childhood education or related field is required. How to Apply Adelaide EL is committed to the safety of all children. We have practices, policies and procedures in place to ensure this safety. You must be committed in all areas of your life to the safety and advancement of child safety. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to the success of Adelaide EL and Early Childhood Education in Adelaide, we'd love to hear from you Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining who you are and why you'd be an awesome fit to lead our team. Applications close: Early applicants are encouraged as interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. #J-18808-Ljbffr