Childcare Centre Director/ Manager

Mustard Seed Christian Childcare exists to help local churches reach their communities with the good news of Jesus Christ, and to provide high quality, Christian early childhood education and childcare.

We are opening a new service and looking for the right person to lead the team. We are looking for a centre director at Port Kembla

Role Overview:

The Director is responsible for the overall leadership, operation, and educational excellence of a centre. They will ensure a safe, compliant, and high-quality learning environment while mentoring and supporting educators to deliver outstanding outcomes for children.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead day-to-day operations at a centre.

Drive pedagogical excellence, including curriculum development, documentation of children’s learning, and embedding critical reflection and quality improvement

Mentor, coach, and support educators to enhance professional capability and confidence

Oversee operational compliance, regulatory requirements, and service administration, with support from head office

Maintain a positive, collaborative team culture aligned with the Christian values of Mustard Seed Christian Childcare

Ensure continuity of care through limited on-the-floor responsibilities as required

Key Attributes / Skills:

Vibrant Christian faith and a genuine desire to partner with our onsite church

Strong time management, prioritisation, and organisational skills

Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities

Motivated, independent, and proactive approach to leadership

Relational leadership style, fostering respect, encouragement, and accountability

Qualifications:

ACECQA-approved early childhood education qualification (or equivalent)

Prescribed child protection and child safety training (or willingness to obtain)

Approved first aid, anaphylaxis, and emergency asthma management training (or willingness to obtain)

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

Above award wages, recognising your expertise and leadership scope

Dedicated head office support, so you’re never leading in isolation

Substantial off-the-floor leadership time to focus on educational excellence

Onsite parking for convenience

A collaborative, reflective service culture that values growth, trust, and professional development

Please send your resume along with a brief cover letter introducing yourself and telling us why you would like to work with Mustard Seed Christian Childcare. We also ask that you include the names of two referees, one of whom is your current church minister or pastor.

Applications and expressions of interest can be submitted via the 'Apply' button.