Busy Bees at Kensington Park | Contract | ASAP Start – End of October 2027 Busy Bees is a leading global early learning provider, offering high-quality education in nurturing, purpose-built centres where educators are supported to grow, lead and make a real difference in children’s lives. With over 130 centres across Australia and around 3,000 employees, there are plenty of opportunities to grow your career with us. We’re seeking an experienced and inspiring Centre Director to lead Busy Bees at Kensington Park, on a full-time contract from ASAP until the end of October 2027. Lead a passionate team, drive occupancy and quality outcomes, and foster a safe, inclusive environment. Our bright, natural centre supports inquiry, STEM and open-ended learning alongside qualified Teachers and experienced educators. What you’ll do Lead the day-to-day operations of a high-quality early learning service Drive occupancy growth and financial performance in line with budget targets Build, mentor and retain a high-performing leadership team Maintain compliance with the National Quality Framework and SA regulations Foster a culture of safety, inclusion and educational excellence Develop strong partnerships with families and the local community Collaborate with your Area Director and support functions to achieve strategic goals Lead performance management, workforce planning and succession planning Support and inspire educators to deliver high-quality learning experiences for every child What you’ll bring A genuine commitment to child safety, speaking up, always doing the right thing and alignment with Busy Bees values. Diploma or Bachelor qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care (ACECQA approved). Current SA Working with Children Check. Proven experience leading an early learning service, ideally within a medium to large centre environment. Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework (NQF), EYLF and compliance requirements. Demonstrated ability to manage occupancy, rosters and financial performance. Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills. A passion for developing teams and creating a positive culture where educators can thrive. Why Busy Bees? Because we offer the B.E.E.S. advantage: Better pay. Everyday balance. Education for growth. Support you can rely on. We live by our values of Care, Quality, Service and Value to make a real impact on child safety and quality. 50% childcare gap-fee discounts for permanent staff, because your family should benefit too. First Aid, CPR and mandatory training covered, ongoing professional development, access to our Busy Bees learning platform and ACCCO RTO pathways. Hands-on leadership, strong tenure and a culture built on trust, respect and collaboration. Opportunities and training to progress from Educator to leadership, management and area roles. Connect with leaders across Australia and apply for our Global Talent Exchange Program across the UK, Canada and Asia. Free, confidential EAP access for you and your immediate family, when you need it most. Employment is conditional on satisfactory, rigorous pre-employment checks, including WWCC, ID, qualifications, Gecko Training, work rights, NQAITS register/Prohibited Persons checks and references, as well as completion of mandatory child safety training. These requirements reflect our strong commitment to safeguarding, equity, diversity and inclusion. We are proud to be a child safe organisation, putting child safety at the heart of everything we do through our Bee Safe commitment. Why Work for Busy Bees? If you’re passionate about early learning, Busy Bees is the place to be. Although we are part of a global organisation, our company was founded by three families looking for better, more enriching childcare. Three decades later, we still keep the same values at heart. We know that we couldn’t do what we do without the important people in our teams. We invest in our people and work with them to build career pathways that inspire. Whether you're embarking on the exciting journey of your early educational career or striving to advance to the next level, Busy Bees presents an ideal opportunity for you! We're actively searching for enthusiastic and dedicated individuals who possess an authentic passion for Early Childhood Education and the well-being of children, to fill a variety of roles across our Services and Support Office. Early Childhood Education attracts a special type of person. You might possess creativity, nurturance, a focus on tasks, or a knack for problem-solving. However, at its core, your affinity for Early Childhood Education arises from a profound devotion to nurturing the educational growth of the youngest members within our communities. This resonates deeply with us, as our mission is to give every child the best start in life. We are driven to gather people who care deeply about quality and we empower people to bring their unique gifts and talents together for the benefit of our children. We value each member of our team and know that by supporting you in your journey you’ll be the positive and supportive influence in theirs.

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