Found in 1998 in the heart of Sydney, Australia, MindChamps International Preschool & Early Learning (“MindChamps”) is a pathbreaking Preschool and early childhood education with 86 centres operating globally in Singapore, Australia, Malaysia, Philippines, Indonesia and Myanmar.
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Centre Director for a Permanent Full-Time opportunity at our West Hoxton centre. This 57 -place service has fantastic modern facilities offering state-of-the-art infrastructure to support our educators and children.
Why work for MindChamps?
MindChamps is revolutionizing the Early Education sector around the world. Join us and we can offer you:
- Competitive salary with a total rewards package that includes 75% off childcare gap fees (conditions apply)
- Comprehensive support from a dedicated management support team
- Dedicated company-funded educators and teachers' training
- Global career opportunity with centres spread across 6 countries in the Asia Pacific
- Internal career development opportunities – including cross-function or cross-centre deployment
- Quarterly recognition and rewards scheme
- Upskill and further your qualification through our RTO, MindChamps Academy which offers Cert 3 and Diploma courses in Early Childcare Education
- Employee Assistance Program
About the Positions:
As the Centre Director, you will manage and support an established team of educators and build strong positive relationships with families. You will genuinely love children and enjoy the opportunity to model best practices to educators in the centre.
As a Centre Director, your core responsibilities will include the following:
- Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the centre
- Lead, motivate and support the team
- Maintain a high-quality and performing centre
- A continuous increase in occupancy and maintaining a strong reputation across the community
- Ensure the Centre is compliant and exceeds all the regulatory requirements listed in the National Regulations and National Quality Standards, with a focus on providing an excellent level of education and care to the children.
What we are looking for:
- A completed Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA equivalent)
- Excellent understanding of the National Quality Framework, including the National Quality Standards, knowledge of Qikkids and CCMS administration and the national assessment and rating system
- At least 2 years experience as a Centre Director
- Knowledge of relevant legislative documents, applicable to the Early Childhood sector
- Demonstrated experience in leading and managing a team with practical skills in conflict resolution and implementing performance review processes
- Demonstrated ability to establish a culture of reflective practice and continuous improvement across teams
- Possess a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC)
- Current First Aid/CPR including Asthma and Anaphylaxis certificates
If you are looking to develop your career in a global early childcare organisation, apply now!
For more information about MindChamps, please visit www.mindchamps.org.
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At MindChamps Australia, the safety, wellbeing and dignity of children and young people is our highest priority. We are committed to creating and maintaining a child-safe environment in accordance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and relevant legislation.
We require all employees, contractors and volunteers to share this commitment, prioritise children's safety and wellbeing, and participate in child protection training.
As part of our recruitment process, we conduct robust screening, including verification of identity, work rights, qualifications, reference checks, Police Checks and Working With Children Check (WWCC) clearance. We embed child-safe values and expectations throughout our culture, policies and practices.
Successful candidates will be expected to demonstrate behaviours that uphold our child-safe values and contribute positively to keeping all children and young people safe from harm.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $48.00 – $52.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Salary packaging
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a strong understanding of NQF & EYLF standards?
Education:
Experience:
- Nominated Supervisor: 3 years (Required)
Licence/Certification:
- Working with Children Check (Required)
Work Authorisation:
Work Location: In person
