" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eDirector\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"14235\"\u003e Education \u0026amp; Child Care \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"14236\"\u003e Childcare \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"14237\"\u003e VIC Other \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"14238\"\u003e Permanent / Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 28/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead a service where relationships and belonging matter\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMake a difference within the Defence community\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWorker Retention Rate Approved\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOne Tree Defence Childcare \u0026ndash; Puckapunyal\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation: \u003c/strong\u003ePuckapunyal, VIC\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition: \u003c/strong\u003eDirector\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSalary: $49.54 - $50.48 Depending on experience\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration:underline\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy you\u0026rsquo;ll love working at Puckapunyal\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u0026#10003; A rare leadership opportunity \u0026ndash;\u003c/strong\u003e Lead a service within the Puckapunyal Defence community, where your work makes a difference for children and families\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u0026#10003; Support around you \u0026ndash;\u003c/strong\u003e Draw on guidance from experienced regional managers and the wider One Tree team as you navigate your role\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u0026#10003; Worker Retention Payment \u0026ndash;\u003c/strong\u003e Additional pay on top of your base rate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026#10003; Lead with purpose \u0026ndash;\u003c/strong\u003e Make a difference for Defence children and families while supporting your team to do their best work\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026#10003; Supportive leadership \u0026ndash;\u003c/strong\u003e Draw on guidance from experienced regional managers and the wider One Tree team\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026#10003; Professional development \u0026ndash;\u003c/strong\u003e Build your leadership skills through training, mentoring and support\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026#10003; A place for your ideas \u0026ndash;\u003c/strong\u003e Help shape the service, strengthen practice and celebrate what your team does well\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026#10003; Career progression \u0026ndash;\u003c/strong\u003e Grow your career within One Tree\u0026rsquo;s national network of services\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026#10003; Community connections \u0026ndash;\u003c/strong\u003e Build meaningful relationships with families and become part of the Puckapunyal Defence community\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration:underline\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout our service\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e At One Tree Puckapunyal, relationships are at the heart of the work we do. Our service supports Defence children and families, providing a welcoming place where children can feel safe, build friendships and grow in confidence.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e For families navigating postings, deployments and time apart, a familiar face and a sense of belonging can mean a lot. As Director, you\u0026rsquo;ll help create that sense of connection, making sure families feel heard, children feel valued and educators feel supported.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You\u0026rsquo;ll join an organisation that cares about people and the communities we work with. Bring your ideas, experience and commitment to One Tree Community Services\u0026rsquo; spirit, purpose and values, and help your team turn these into everyday practice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration:underline\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout your role\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e As Director, you\u0026rsquo;ll guide the day-to-day operation of the service, bringing together quality education and care, a supported team and strong relationships with families.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You\u0026rsquo;ll be a visible and approachable leader who takes time to listen, provides clear direction and helps educators build their confidence. From mentoring a Room Leader to welcoming a new family, your approach will help set the tone for the whole service.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Working with your leadership team, you\u0026rsquo;ll oversee staffing, rosters, budgets and service administration, while keeping children\u0026rsquo;s safety, wellbeing and learning at the centre of decisions. You\u0026rsquo;ll guide continuous improvement, support inclusive practice and help your team meet the National Quality Framework and service requirements.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You\u0026rsquo;ll also work closely with Defence and local community contacts, building relationships that respond to families\u0026rsquo; needs and strengthen their connection to the service.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration:underline\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you\u0026rsquo;ll bring\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or a relevant higher qualification\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience leading an early childhood service, or substantial leadership experience and readiness to step into a Director role\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe ability to mentor educators, support Room Leaders and build a positive team culture\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA strong understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework, National Quality Standard and National Quality Framework\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConfidence managing staffing, rosters, budgets and the daily operation of a service\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA commitment to child safety, inclusive practice and continuous improvement\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClear, thoughtful communication and the ability to build trust with families and colleagues\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAn understanding of, or willingness to learn about, the experiences of Defence families\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCurrent Working with Children Check and Police Clearance\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eReady to lead with us?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e We\u0026rsquo;d love to hear from you. Apply today and help create a place where children, families and your team can thrive at One Tree Puckapunyal.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf this sounds like you!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease send us a cover letter along with your updated resume to apply for this amazing opportunity.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eWebsite:\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003ewww.onetree.org.au\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003efor more information.\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;______________________________________________________________\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eOne Tree is committed to equal opportunity, child safety\u0026nbsp;and workplace diversity. We encourage a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we work with. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur organisation is committed to child safety. 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