18th May, 2026
Centre Director | Geelong Region
Are you a passionate and people-focused leader looking for an opportunity to genuinely shape culture, support a team, and make a meaningful impact within a growing service?
This is an exciting opportunity to lead a locally owned early learning centre located within the Geelong region. Licensed for 90 places, the service has built a warm, welcoming, and community-focused environment for children, families, and educators alike.
With supportive owners, strong operational backing, and a collaborative team culture already in place, this role would suit an experienced Centre Director who leads with authenticity, accountability, and heart.
What’s on offer:
- Lead a stable, family-oriented team within a supportive and inclusive culture
- Opportunity to influence team culture, mentoring, and centre growth
- Well-resourced service with strong occupancy growth and community presence
- Flexible hours, and open to 4 day week.
- 95% childcare discount
- Staff recognition events and team celebrations
- Uniform provided
- Attractive salary package on offer
About the role: As Centre Director, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of the service while driving quality practice, team engagement, family relationships, and compliance outcomes. You will be supported to lead with autonomy while working closely alongside an experienced and approachable leadership team.
About you: - Previous experience as a Centre Director within long day care
- Strong knowledge of the NQF, National Regulations, and quality practice
- Passionate about people leadership, mentoring, and team culture
- Warm, collaborative, and values-driven leadership style
- Confident managing centre operations, compliance, and occupancy growth
- Committed to delivering high-quality outcomes for children and families
This is an excellent opportunity to join a provider where leadership is visible, relationships matter, and your contribution will be genuinely valued.
How to Apply To express your interest, please submit your resume or contact Gaetano directly at gaetano@ss-recruitment.com.au for a confidential discussion.
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