Centre Director / Service Coordinator - Early Childhood

About the role

A well-established Long Day Care service in Western Australia is looking for an experienced Centre Director / Service Coordinator to lead the service. The role covers overall leadership and operation of the service, ensuring high-quality education and care while staying compliant with the National Quality Framework. It is described as more than a management role: shaping a positive culture, inspiring a dedicated team and creating an environment where children thrive, families feel supported and educators are empowered.

Key responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership and guidance to educators and staff
• Create a positive, inclusive and supportive workplace culture
• Ensure compliance with the Education and Care Services National Regulations and the National Quality Standard
• Drive continuous quality improvement and educational excellence
• Support and mentor educators to achieve their professional goals
• Build genuine partnerships with children, families and the wider community
• Manage service operations, occupancy, staffing and administration
• Work collaboratively with stakeholders to achieve service objectives
• Maintain a safe, welcoming and engaging environment for children and families

Required profile

• Diploma or Bachelor's qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Proven experience as a Centre Director, Service Coordinator, Assistant Director or in a senior leadership position in early childhood
• Current Working with Children Check
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications
• Child protection training as required by legislation
• Demonstrated understanding of regulatory compliance requirements

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework, National Quality Standard and Education and Care Services Regulations
• Leadership, communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience leading teams through mentoring, coaching and professional development
• Organisational and problem-solving abilities

What we offer

• Competitive salary package
• Supportive and collaborative leadership team
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on children, families and educators