CAREER OPPORTUNITY WITH LONDON BRIDGE CHILD CARE SERVICES

Job Posting: Executive Director

Location: Administration Office located at 550 Fanshawe Park Rd E, London ON N5X 1L1

This role is primarily onsite in London, Ontario, with some travel across Middlesex, Huron, and Lambton. Occasional evening commitments will support Board and community engagement. Permanent Full-Time | 40 hours/week Start Date: January 2027 (with flexibility depending on the candidate)

Who We Are & What We Care About

London Bridge is entering an exciting new chapter - and we’re looking for a thoughtful, values-driven leader to help guide the way.

As one of the largest early years organizations in the region, our team of over 500 employees supports approximately 1,200 families across London, Middlesex, Huron, and Lambton. Together, we are committed to nurturing curious minds and kind hearts - not only in children, but in the educators and teams who support them.

We believe meaningful learning happens in environments where people feel valued, heard, and inspired to grow. Our culture is collaborative and reflective, grounded in continuous learning and courageous leadership. Guided by Ontario’s early years framework and a deep commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, we strive to create spaces where everyone can thrive.

Our commitment to equity, social justice, and environmental responsibility is not an add-on to our work - it is part of how we make decisions every day. We are actively working toward decolonization and embedding equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging into our practices, relationships, and systems. This work is ongoing and, at times, challenging.



We are looking for a leader who is willing to stay engaged in that work - someone who approaches it with humility, courage, and a genuine commitment to learning and unlearning alongside our community.

The Kind of Leader We’re Hoping to Meet

You are a relational leader - someone who understands that at the heart of childcare are the connections we build with one another.

You bring both clarity and compassion to your work. You’re comfortable holding complexity, making thoughtful decisions, and leading with intention. You value diverse perspectives, create space for others to contribute, and foster environments where people feel a genuine sense of belonging.

You care deeply about the early years sector and are motivated by the opportunity to strengthen it - for children, for families, and for the educators who make this work possible.

You are also committed to equity and inclusion in practice. You understand that this work requires reflection, curiosity, and a willingness to stay engaged - even when it feels complex. You approach conversations around decolonization, equity, and belonging with openness and care, and you help ensure these values are reflected in everyday decisions.

Most of all, you lead with empathy. You recognize that while our work exists within Ontario’s regulatory and administrative frameworks, every decision we make has a human impact - and that matters.

The Opportunity





Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is the organization’s senior leader, responsible for advancing the mission, ensuring operational excellence, and strengthening London Bridge’s long-term sustainability. You will provide clear strategic direction, oversee programs and operations, and serve as the organization’s primary ambassador.

This role calls for thoughtful leadership and steady stewardship. You will guide a complex, multi-site organization through ongoing transformation in the early years sector, while keeping quality, sustainability, and core values at the center of every decision.

To support a strong and successful transition, the successful candidate will begin in January 2027 and work alongside the current Executive Director through January 2027. This overlap is designed to foster relationship-building, knowledge sharing, and a confident start in the role.

What Will Matter in Your First Chapter

- Nurturing an inclusive, responsive, and values-driven culture
- Supporting long-term sustainability and financial resilience
- Thoughtfully navigating sector changes, including the Canada Wide Early Learning and Child Care program
- Strengthening recruitment, retention, and leadership development across the organization
- Deepening relationships with community partners and contributing to sector leadership

How You'll Contribute

Strategic & Governance Leadership You will work closely with the Board of Directors to shape direction, support solid governance, and guide long-term planning.

Organizational Leadership You will support and inspire a senior leadership team, fostering a culture of trust, accountability, a

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