Sutherland Shire Council

Early Childhood Centre Director

Lead a Centre. Grow a Team. Change Lives.

Imagine leading a centre where you can focus on children, families and your team, backed by specialist support, experienced peers and a Council that genuinely invests in your success.

At Sutherland Shire Council, you'll be part of a connected network of Early Education services, with the support, flexibility and career opportunities that help you thrive both professionally and personally.

What makes us different?

Salary & Benefits

• Salary package up to$124,574 + 12% superannuation + ECEC Worker Retention Allowance
• Council commitment to an8% pay increase over the next two years
• Novated leasing / salary sacrificing options
• Up to26 weeks paid leaveif you or someone in your care experiences a serious illness or accident
• 14 weeks paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing support
• Fitness Passport
• Annual flu vaccinations

Work-Life Balance That Works

We know great leaders do their best work when they have time for life outside of work too.

• Accrue up to2 days off per month
• 4 weeks annual leave
• 5 additional MyLeave days(to support your health and wellbeing)
• 3 weeks sick leave
• 7 days personal leave

A Leadership Network Behind You

It takes a village to raise a child, and it takes a strong support network to lead a thriving early learning service.

As part of our network, you'll have access to specialist support across enrolments, inclusion, curriculum, quality, child safety and business operations, along with a collaborative community of Directors who share ideas, solve challenges and celebrate success together while building a legacy that you can be truly proud of.

Grow Your Career

• Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
• Leadership networking and mentoring
• Career growth within one of NSW's largest local government early education providers

About the Role

This is more than managing a centre. It's about creating a place where children thrive, educators grow and families feel connected.

As Early Childhood Centre Director, you'll lead a high-quality early learning service, building a positive team culture, driving educational excellence and creating meaningful outcomes for children and families.

In this role, you'll:

• Lead and inspire a team of educators
• Drive high-quality learning outcomes for children
• Foster a positive and inclusive team culture
• Build trusted partnerships with families and the community
• Oversee centre operations, staffing and budgets
• Ensure excellence in quality, compliance and child safety
• Coach, mentor and develop future leaders

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood Education (ACECQA approved)
• Current NESA Early Childhood Teacher Accreditation
• Experience leading teams in an early childhood setting
• Strong knowledge of the NQF and EYLF
• Excellent leadership and relationship-building skills
• Commitment to child safety and quality outcomes for children

Join our Team and Grow with Us!

Join a Council that values early childhood education, invests in its people and understands that great leaders deserve great support.

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, check out ourCandidate Packfor more information.

• Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
• Get your application in by 11.59pm:Sunday 6th September 2026.
• Interview date:Interviews will be facilitated in the week commencing 14th September 2026.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks, and will also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Reach out to Renae Giles, Senior Manager Early Education & Child Protection,[email protected]PH: 0414 193 615 for any job specific enquiries.
Jodi Johnson, Talent Acquisition Business Partner,[email protected]PH: 02 9710 0531 can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.

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Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government's Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events.