Active Kids Group is seeking a Centre Director to join their team! Are you a passionate early childhood leader looking for a role where your impact truly matters? This is a rare opportunity to take the helm of an established, Exceeding-rated early learning service in Homebush, backed by a family-owned organisation with over 30 years of experience. With a competitive salary package, performance bonuses, and genuine support from a caring and experienced leadership group, this role offers the professional fulfilment and personal recognition that great leaders deserve.
About Us Active Kids Group is a family-owned early learning provider operating 15 centres across Sydney. With over 30 years of dedication to high-quality early childhood education, they have built a culture grounded in care, collaboration, and continuous growth. Their commitment to their educators and the communities they serve has earned them Exceeding ratings — a testament to the standards they uphold every day.
What you'll be doing? -
Leading daily operations - Take ownership of the centre's day-to-day running, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment where children, families, and educators thrive.
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Supporting educator excellence - Mentor and inspire your team to deliver high-quality, meaningful learning programs that make a lasting difference in children's lives.
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Building community connections - Foster warm, trusting relationships with families and the local community, creating a welcoming culture that families are proud to be part of.
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Managing centre administration - Oversee staffing, budgets, and administrative functions with confidence, keeping operations running smoothly and efficiently.
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Ensuring compliance - Uphold all requirements under the National Quality Framework (NQF) and Work Health and Safety (WHS) legislation, maintaining the high standards the centre is known for.
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Shaping a positive culture - Lead by example to cultivate an inclusive, high-performing team environment where educators feel valued, motivated, and supported.
Who are they looking for? -
Early childhood qualification - A Diploma or higher in Early Childhood Education (or equivalent) is required, as this forms the foundation for leading a quality learning service.
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Current certifications - Valid First Aid, Child Protection, Food Safety, and Working With Children Check (WWCC) certifications are essential to ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child in the centre.
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Leadership and communication skills - Strong interpersonal, communication, and organisational abilities are key to inspiring a team and engaging effectively with families and stakeholders.
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Operational confidence - Experience managing centre operations, including staffing and administration, will set a strong candidate apart in this role.
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Passion for early childhood education - A genuine enthusiasm for early learning and a commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of children and families is at the heart of this role.
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Flexible working schedule - Working days are Mon-Fri and 8 hours per day from morning to afternoon. Timing may change slightly depending on weekly rosters (e.g. 8:30am-4:30pm; 9am-5pm; 10am-6pm)
Why you should consider this opportunity? Our client offers an attractive remuneration package and other benefits, such as:
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Above Award wages - Be rewarded fairly for your expertise, with remuneration above industry award rates and flexible working arrangements to support your lifestyle.
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Competitive salary package - Earn between $95,000 and $130,000 per year, with the package tailored to reflect your level of experience and contribution.
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Annual performance bonus - Your hard work and results are recognised and rewarded through a yearly performance bonus.
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Discounted childcare - Enjoy meaningful savings on childcare for your own family, making this role even more valuable to working parents.
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Professional development and study support - Access ongoing learning opportunities and study support to help you continue growing in your career.
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Experienced and supportive leadership - Benefit from the guidance of a leadership team with over 25 years of experience who are genuinely invested in your success.
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Team events and recognition programs - Be part of a workplace that celebrates its people through regular team events and meaningful recognition initiatives.
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Exceeding-rated services - Join a team that takes pride in operating at the highest quality standards, working in an environment that reflects excellence in early childhood education.
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Worker Retention Program (WRP) - An initiative designed to reward and retain quality early childhood professionals in recognition of the vital work they do.
How to apply Ready to join this role? Click Apply now to submit your resume and share your availability and expected salary with us!
We welcome applications from all individuals who are enthusiastic about shaping meaningful experiences in early learning — your unique perspective and dedication are what make the difference.
All information received will be kept strictly confidential and will be used only for employment-related purposes.
