Brand-New Centre Leader - Build from Scratch

Curiosity Tree Early Education; Caboolture; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-award salary

Performance incentives

Professional development

Leadership coaching

Supportive head office

Job summary

Curiosity Tree Early Education in Caboolture, QLD is seeking an experienced Centre Manager to lead our brand-new centre from ground up. You will shape culture, drive educational outcomes, and build strong partnerships with families and the community.

Lead a high-performing team, manage enrolments, rostering, budgets, and compliance with NQF and EYLF. This pivotal role offers leadership coaching, professional development, and growth within a growing organisation.

Qualifications

• Diploma or ECT qualification (or ACECQA-approved equivalent).
• Experience as Centre Manager / Nominated Supervisor or ready to step up (2IC).
• Strong knowledge of the NQF, National Regulations, and Quality Improvement Planning.
• Proven people leadership and relationship-building with families.
• Current Working with Children Check and First Aid/CPR (or willingness to obtain/update).

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day centre operations with focus on quality, compliance and learning outcomes.
• Coach and develop centre team to drive high performance.
• Drive educational outcomes aligned to EYLF and NQF.
• Foster strong relationships with families and the local community.
• Oversee enrolments, rostering, staffing, and budgets to meet occupancy targets.
• Prepare for assessment and rating processes with confidence.
• Prioritize health, safety, and wellbeing of children and staff.

Education

Diploma or ECT qualification (or ACECQA-approved equivalent)

Job description

Curiosity Tree Early Education in Caboolture, QLD is seeking an experienced Centre Manager to lead our brand-new centre from ground up. You will shape culture, drive educational outcomes, and build strong partnerships with families and the community.

Lead a high-performing team, manage enrolments, rostering, budgets, and compliance with NQF and EYLF. This pivotal role offers leadership coaching, professional development, and growth within a growing organisation.