Little Zak's Academy is privately owned and family run. Our aim is to provide early childhood care and education in a safe, welcoming, adopting and nurturing environment. Our staff are dedicated professionals who value the importance of maintaining an optimum level of care and education for all children. We select our staff based on knowledge and values, vision for children and learning, and commitment to families. This is not just another leadership role As Little Zak's Academy continues to grow, we are building a Leadership Talent Pool for experienced Centre Directors and Senior Centre Directors who are interested in future leadership opportunities across our expanding network. Whether you are currently leading a high-performing service or overseeing multiple teams and looking for your next challenge, we would love to connect with you. This is an opportunity to join a business that genuinely invests in its people, values strong leadership, and supports long-term career growth. You will be supported from day one with a structured 4-week induction , along with ongoing guidance from an experienced leadership team. What leadership looks like at Little Zak's Academy Our leaders are responsible for more than the day-to-day operation of a service. They create positive cultures, develop future leaders, and drive quality outcomes for children, families and teams. Key responsibilities include: Leading and inspiring high-performing teams Building a strong, positive and engaged centre culture Coaching and developing educators, educational leaders and leadership teams Driving excellence across EYLF, NQS and quality improvement initiatives Building strong relationships with families and local communities Managing occupancy, compliance, financial performance and centre operations Creating succession plans and developing future leaders You will also have real autonomy in how you run your centre, including ownership of your budget and the ability to make decisions that support your team, families and service outcomes . Senior Centre Directors may also have opportunities to mentor other leaders, contribute to operational projects and support the broader growth of the organisation. Why people join Little Zak's Academy Salary: Well above award salary package super incentives from time to time 4-week structured induction with established systems, strong foundations and supportive leadership Worker Retention Payment: 15% on top of the award rate Up to 50% childcare discount Wellbeing day each year $50 per month wellness allowance $1,000 referral bonus EAP (Sonder) for confidential support Study support and clear progression pathways About you ACECQA-approved Diploma or Early Childhood Teaching qualification Proven experience as a Centre Director or Senior Centre Director Strong leadership, coaching and people development skills Sound understanding of EYLF, NQS, Child Safe Standards and regulatory requirements Demonstrated success in driving occupancy, quality outcomes and team engagement Confident undertaking Nominated Supervisor responsibilities Passionate about developing people and creating exceptional learning environments Little Zak's Child Safety Commitment Little Zak’s Academy is a Child Safe Organisation. We prioritise the safety, wellbeing, and rights of all children and maintain a strong culture of child safety across our services. As part of our commitment, we have a rigorous recruitment and screening process in place, including comprehensive reference checks, Police checks and child-safe employment checks. By applying for a role with Little Zak’s Academy, you acknowledge and agree to undergo all required child safety checks as part of our employment process. We are an equal opportunity workplace where diversity is embraced. We foster a culture that supports inclusion and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Register your interest today and be considered for upcoming Centre Director and Senior Centre Director opportunities across our growing network. Happy to chat before anything formal. Please click ‘APPLY NOW’ or call 0485 982 484 for more information.
