Preschool Director

Bundeena Maianbar Preschool is a community focused, one-unit preschool committed to play-based learning, meaningful relationships, inclusion and high-quality early childhood education.

We are rated as Exceeding the National Quality Standard and were the proud recipients of the Excellence in Early Education Award – Excellence in Small Community Metropolitan Service.

We are seeking an experienced Early Childhood Teacher and Preschool Director to lead our service in an off-the-floor leadership role.

About the role

The Director will oversee the day-to-day leadership, management, compliance and ongoing development of the preschool, working closely with our experienced team and Management Committee.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and supporting the educator team and fostering a positive workplace culture
• Building strong relationships with children, families and the community
• Overseeing compliance with the NQF, National Law and Regulations and Department of Education requirements
• Leading the QIP and continuous improvement
• Maintaining our high standards and supporting future Assessment and Rating
• Overseeing child safety, risk management, policies and procedures
• Supporting staff professional development
• Working collaboratively with the Management Committee on governance and service operations
• Ensuring the safety, wellbeing, rights and best interests of every child remain central to decision-making

This is an off-the-floor position, allowing the successful applicant to focus on leadership, compliance, staff support, relationships and the ongoing development of the service.

The role also includes paid school holiday stand-down periods.

Essential criteria

• Bachelor-level Early Childhood Teacher qualification recognised by the relevant regulatory authority
• Eligibility to work as an Early Childhood Teacher (ECT)
• Ability and willingness to undertake the responsibilities of Nominated Supervisor and Responsible Person
• Approved Child Protection and Child Safety Training
• Current First Aid, Anaphylaxis and Asthma qualifications
• Current Working with Children Check
• National Police Check
• Strong knowledge of the NQF, NQS, EYLF, National Law and Regulations
• Demonstrated leadership experience in early childhood
• Strong communication, organisational and team leadership skills
• Commitment to child safety, inclusion and children's rights
• NESA proficient teacher accreditation, where applicable

Why Bundeena Maianbar Preschool?

Join a highly regarded community preschool with an experienced team, strong community relationships and a proven commitment to quality.

We are looking for a confident, passionate and collaborative leader who is ready to make a genuine difference to our children, families, team and community.

Apply now

Please submit your resume and cover letter addressing the essential criteria to:

[email protected]