Anila Recruitment is pleased to be partnering with an Early Learning Provider to recruit an experienced Centre Director. This is an outstanding opportunity to step into a well-supported, professional, and reputable Montessori Early Years Learning Centre. Key Perks and Finer Details $110, 000 - $120, 000 super WRG Supportive team structure which includes the Educational Leader and the Assistant Director who report into this role State-of-the-art facilities Montessori-based curriculum Inclusive provider who advocates and is well known in the sector for delivering high-quality Services Generously staffed service with strong support structures Licence size - 130 children Long Day Care Key Responsibilities Lead the implementation and integrity of the Montessori philosophy across all rooms, ensuring authentic practice is embedded in daily routines, environment design, and educator pedagogy. Hold the Nominated Supervisor role under the National Law and Regulations, maintaining compliance with the NQF, Education and Care Services National Regulations, and the service's Approved Provider obligations. Drive continuous quality improvement through the development, implementation, and review of the Quality Improvement Plan (QIP), working toward and sustaining an Exceeding NQS rating. Lead, mentor, and manage a team of Montessori-trained educators, fostering a culture of reflective practice, professional development, and fidelity to Montessori principles and materials. Build and maintain strong family relationships, communicating the Montessori approach clearly to prospective and enrolled families and fostering a partnership model of engagement. Oversee enrolment management and occupancy, working with the Approved Provider to meet occupancy targets and ensure sustainable centre operations. Manage daily operational functions including rostering, staff-to-ratio compliance, WHS, incident and illness management, and the maintenance of required documentation and records. Oversee the prepared environment across all learning spaces, ensuring Montessori materials are appropriately sourced, maintained, rotated, and accessible in alignment with children's developmental stages. What You’ll Need Minimum 1 years’ experience as a Centre Director in Early Childhood Education Montessori experience is desirable but not essential A minimum Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework and National Quality Standards Demonstrated experience leading Assessment and Rating processes Proven ability to coach, mentor, and develop educators and emerging leaders Strong operational capability including rostering, budgeting, and compliance management Contact Us To arrange a confidential discussion about this position, please contact Andi via email at andi@anilarecruitment.com.au Referral Bonus We offer a $250 referral voucher for successful referrals. If you know someone who may be interested, please share this opportunity with them.
