Reference: 3971175

Position:  Early Childhood Director
Status:  Full Time Permanent
Salary:  $109,999.5 (inclusive of wrap top up) plus remot allowance and super 
Qualification:  Degree or Diploma in Early Childhood, or ACECQA approved equivalent
Centre Name: One Tree Mutitjulu Itiku Munu Tjitjiku Ngura Childcare Service
Location: Mutitjulu Community, NT

Live, Work and Explore – Mutitjulu

Mutitjulu is a close-knit Aboriginal community located near the base of Uluru, within the breathtaking landscape of Uluru–Kata Tjuta National Park. What makes this opportunity especially appealing is the ease and flexibility of travel in and out of the region via Ayers Rock Airport, making time away, long weekends, and short breaks both accessible and realistic.

This unique location offers the chance to enjoy a meaningful remote role without feeling isolated, balancing professional impact with lifestyle freedom. Whether it’s weekend trips, visiting family, or exploring new destinations, the convenient travel access allows you to maintain strong connections outside the community while experiencing life in one of Australia’s most iconic locations.

One Tree Mutitjulu Itiku Munu Tjitjiku Ngura Childcare Service provides a nurturing, culturally grounded early learning environment for local children, with a strong focus on community connection, cultural respect, and education from the earliest years.

Benefits on offer

• Above award salary
• Remote allowance ($3.55 per hour)
• Ed Leader allowance ($17.57 per day)
• Relocation allowance up to $3,000*
• Free staff housing available*
• Quarterly flights from Uluru to a Capital City
• Utilities allowance
• Centre Vehicle use
• Subsidised Childcare
• Leadership coaching
• Career advancement opportunities
• Online induction and PD sessions
• 4 weeks annual leave, plus 2 weeks over Christmas holidays – ideal for travel
• Mobile Phone and Laptop provided
• Length of service incentives
• Help when you need it with free access to our Employee Assistance Program.
• Work for a national not-for-profit that has true career advancement opportunities.
• Feel supported from day one with online inductions and one-on-one development sessions.
• Uniforms provided

*Conditions Apply

What you’ll do

• Be able to lead and manage a team of educators.
• Hold a Nominated Supervisor certificate and understand the requirements.
• Complete rosters according to the ratio requirements of NT.
• Handle the day-to-day operations of the service.
• Mentor and lead by example.
• Create partnerships with staff, families, the community, and One Tree.
• Oversee continuous improvements and compliance for the service.
• Ensure the workplace operates within Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) requirements.
• Manage budgets and funding.
• Manage staff, including performance, recruitment, professional development, and performance appraisals.
• Deliver a curriculum in accordance with One Tree’s philosophy as the service’s Educational Leader.
• Act as a Responsible Person, Educational Leader, First Aid Officer, WHS Officer and Nominated Supervisor of the service.

What you’ll bring

• Experience as a Director or in a managerial role.
• Organisational skills including include general organising, time management, scheduling, coordinating resources and meeting deadlines.
• Interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience in building successful relationships with staff, families, and community.
• Experience in achieving excellence at management level in an early education and care setting.
• Experience in managing staff including staff performance, recruitment, and performance appraisals.
• A commitment to continuous improvement and efficiencies in service delivery.
• Knowledge of relevant state and commonwealth laws and regulations.

Certifications & Licences required

• Degree or Diploma in Early Childhood Education or ACECQA approved equivalent
• Clear NT Working with Children Check (Ochre Card)
• Clear National Police Clearance
• Current Senior First Aid & CPR certificates
• A valid driver’s licence

What you need to do

• Update your resume
• Write a cover letter addressing your suitability for the position
• Be eligible to work in Australia and willing to relocate to Yulara
• Click on the “Apply” button