Centre Director - Family Day Care

Located 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country with a population of over 245000 residents Cumberland City Council is the fourth most populous Local Government Area in Greater Sydney. Cumberland boasts one of the most diverse communities in Australia with people from many different backgrounds and cultures living alongside one another.

Our people are focused on driving community outcomes programs and services to innovate inspire and deliver change for the community we represent and has worked hard to fulfil its communitys vision for Cumberland as a place where anyone can feel welcome belong and succeed.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

The Education and Care team is responsible for the delivery of innovative and educational programs across Councils 13 Education and Care Centres including long day care OOSH and Family Day Care.

The Centre Director - Family Day Care is responsible for undertaking the day to day operations including developing key relationship with staff children and their families service providers and the community.

This role will also be responsible for acting as the Nominated Supervisor and Educational Leader for the Cumberland Family Day Care service under the National Regulations and Law.

• Tertiary Qualifications in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent approved by ACECQA
• Provisional or Proficient Teacher Accreditation with NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) and to maintain such accreditation as per NESA requirements (if applicable)
• Valid Working with Children Check Clearance Number
• Child Protection course approved by the NSW Regulatory Authority (s162A Education and Care Services National Law) (or willing to obtain)
• Current First Aid Asthma and Anaphylaxis Certificate as approved by ACECQA (or willing to obtain)
• Completion of Food Handler/Safety Training (or willing to obtain)
• Current class C drivers licence
• Approval as Nominated Supervisor (this is applied for after appointment to the position)
• A solid understanding of relevant legislation:
  
  • Child Protection
  • Work Health and Safety (WHS)
  • Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO)
  • National Quality Framework (NQF):
    
    • Education and Care Services National Regulations
    • Children (Education and Care Services) National Law (NSW)
    • National Quality Standards (NQS)
    • The Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
    • My Time Our Place: Framework for School Age Care (MTOP)
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication (written and oral) skills and the ability to communicate with a range of stakeholders
• Proven skills and experience in fiscal management education and care and the delivery of effective customer service
• Ability to manage multiple complex priorities including effective time management and organisational skills
• A solid understanding of relevant trends and legislation in the education and care sector
• Proven skills and ability as a leader of a professional team positive communication is paramount along with proven skills and ability in staff management and development
• Proficient knowledge and considerable understanding of computerised finance and education and care operating systems
• Ability to provide support assistance timely and systematic advice on all aspects of operational requirements and policy direction
• Ability to take personal responsibility for behaving in accordance with the organisations values and directions
• Proven knowledge and understanding of relevant frameworks relating to the service type

Download the position description here for more information.

About this role:

• 1x term contract full-time position (maternity leave cover) up to 31 July 2026.
• Working 70 hours per fortnight Monday to Friday.
• Access to Councils 9 day fortnight Rostered Day Off (RDO) arrangement
• Located at Councils Family Day Care (located at 74 Military Road Merrylands) and may be required to work across any of Councils work locations

Salary information: The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award.

• Grade 11 of the Cumberland Salary Structure with a salary range of $1765.48 to $2030.30 per week plus 12% superannuation
• The commencing salary will be negotiated taking into consideration the successful applicants qualifications skills and experience related to the role
• Cumberland City Council has successfully been approved for funding under the Commonwealth Governments Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) Worker Retention Payment Grant. This grant will provide an additional retention allowance to increase their wages in line with the federal Childrens Services Award 2010 and applies until 30 November 2026.

  The payment of the Worker Retention Payment allowance is not a condition of employment with Council and is subject to the Worker Retention Payment allowance being fully funded by the Commonwealth Government. Should this retention allowance cease to be paid by the Commonwealth Government Council will also cease payment of the ECEC Worker Retention Payment Grant to staff.

  You can find more information about the Early Childhood Education and Care Worker Retention Payment here.

What youll need to have for this role:

• The right to live and work in Australia
• Be able to provide information for pre-employment checks required for the position including attending a physical pre-employment medical examination as required
• Participate in health monitoring as outlined in the risk assessment for this position and Councils Health Monitoring Procedure as required
• Provide evidence of your vaccination status as part of the employment screening process in accordance with Councils COVID-19 Vaccination Procedure.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER

• We promote work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements including working from home opportunities or up to an additional five (5) days leave for front-facing roles that are unable to access working from home arrangements
• Training and professional development opportunities available to develop skills and grow your career
• Leave entitlements including annual leave 15 dayspersonal leave per year parental leave and access to Long Service Leave after five (5) years (where applicable)
• Three (3) additional grant days of paid leave over Christmas (where applicable)
• Corporate Health Insurance discounts
• Health and Wellbeing Programs to support our staff by providing access to online professional learning paid leave to undertake annual skin checks COVID-19 vaccinations and to donate blood
• Subsidies to assist with the cost of wellness and fitness activities
• Free access to Council owned and managed Aquatic Centres
• Access to Councils Fitness Passport Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

ABOUT US

Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people and fully supports the aims and objectives of NSW Child Protection Legislation and associated provisions. Council will implement all necessary measures to ensure a safe and supportive environment which endeavours to promote child protection practices. It is essential for applicants to submit their WWCC number with their application if required and it is an offence under NSW legislation for barred workers to apply for or otherwise attempt to obtain undertake or remain in child-related employment.

Cumberland City Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace reflective of the community it represents. Council welcomes and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles and is committed to providing an accessible and safe workplace for our staff through making reasonable adjustments. If you have any accessibility or support requirements throughout the recruitment process please contact the hiring manager during the application process.

ENQUIRIES

ContactTracey Hopperonor for further information.

Closing date: 11:59pm Friday 12 September 2025

HOW TO APPLY

To submit your application for this position please complete the questionnaire. Youll be asked to attach your resume and any relevant qualifications (if required) to complete your application. Make sure you have these attachments ready before you apply as your application cannot be submitted until completed.