Level 8—Director Pay Rate 2026
As of 1 July 2026, a Level 8—Director under the Children's Services Award (MA000120) earns a published minimum of $46.12 an hour ($1,752.70 a week, about $91,386 a year) full-time before tax.
The Children's Services Award covers long day care centres, preschools and kindergartens, out-of-school-hours and vacation care, and other early childhood education and care services. It applies to the educators and support staff who care for and teach young children: educational assistants, qualified and experienced educators, room leaders, and the assistant directors and directors who run a service. The classifications follow a structure based on qualifications and responsibility, from introductory educators starting out through to advanced educators and centre directors. School teachers and staff employed in schools are generally covered by education awards rather than this one.
Minimum pay rates
| Employment type | Hourly | Weekly | Annual (× 52.14) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-time / part-time | $46.12 | $1,752.70 | $91,386 |
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How much does a Level 8—Director get paid?
The published minimum for a Level 8—Director is $46.12 an hour. For a full-time employee on a standard week that comes to $1,752.70 a week, or about $91,386 a year. These rates took effect on 1 July 2026.
Rates current as of 1 July 2026. Source: Fair Work Commission — Modern Awards Pay Database. Last checked .
Source: Fair Work Commission — Modern Awards Pay Database for the Children's Services Award (MA000120).
General information only — not legal, industrial or financial advice. These are the published minimum rates for information. Your modern award or enterprise agreement prevails if there is any inconsistency. Check the official source above or the Fair Work Ombudsman for your situation.