Centre Director - Rydalmere

Rare Opportunity - Centre Director l Rise & Shine Kindergarten Rydalmere

Full TimelGenerous Above Award Salary + Quarterly BonuseslHeritage Listed Centre

Are you an experienced and inspiring early childhood leader ready to take the next step in your career? This is your chance to join one of Sydney's most respected, family owned early learning providers in a beautifully restored heritage-listed centre that is truly one of a kind in the local community.

For over 11 years, Rise & Shine Kindergarten have set the benchmark in Early Childhood Education. We're proudly family owned and operated, with a culture built on strong relationships, professional growth, and genuine care for our people. When educators love what they do, children thrive, and that's why our teams stay, grow, and shine with us.

Why You'll Love This Role

Full-time, non-teaching Director role

Competitiveabove award salary+ quarterly KPI bonuses (current Directors earn up to an extra $12,000/year)

6 weeks annual leave for ECT-qualified Directors

Generous childcare discounts on our premium childcare rates

Supportive head office with dedicated Enrolments and Recruitment teams, plus direct guidance from our Curriculum Practice Manager and actively involved Operations Manager

Paid social events and a strong, connected leadership network

Generous Centre budgets for educational resources and toys

Paid professional development & ongoing training with other RSK Directors

2IC/Educational Leader support

Job security with a family-owned company rated as aTop 5 Place to Work in the Education Sector

About You

We’re looking for a confident and approachable leader who can inspire their team, build strong community connections, and maintain high standards of care and education. You will:

Have a minimum 2 years’ previous Director experience

Hold a Diploma in Early Childhood or Teaching Degree (ACECQA Approved)

Hold a current WWCC, First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis Training and Child Protection Training

Be passionate about play-based learning and driving quality practice

Excel in mentoring and guiding educators, identifying strengths, and fostering a positive workplace culture

Be skilled in managing budgets, rosters, compliance, and achieving KPI targets

Your Day-to-Day

Leading your team with positivity and purpose – mentoring, coaching, and empowering educators daily

Driving curriculum excellence in partnership with our Curriculum Practice Manager to ensure innovative and engaging programs

Overseeing compliance across rosters, ratios, documentation, and health & safety requirements

Building genuine relationships with families through communication, updates, and a welcoming environment

Collaborating with head office support to maintain strong occupancy and attract top talent

Managing resources and budgets strategically to provide the best possible learning environment

Tracking KPIs, occupancy, and staff performance to continually improve outcomes

Representing Rise & Shine in the wider community through partnerships with schools, businesses, and networks

Championing staff wellbeing and team morale through recognition and team-building opportunities

To apply:

We love getting to know applicants through a conversation. Call our friendly Talent Acquisition team for a chat about the role M: 0426 649 006

Please submit your resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria outlined in this ad. Applications without a cover letter may not be considered.

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We look forward to hearing from you and potentially joining our RSK Community!

Our Service is committed to providing a safe environment for children and young people. We understand our responsibilities and statutory duty of care to keep children safe and comply with the Child Safe Standards.