Centre Director

Guardian Childcare & Education; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Strong support network

Culture of reward & recognition

Job summary

Guardian Childcare & Education is seeking a Centre Director for Guardian King St in Brisbane, Queensland. In this role, you will lead an exceptional team, drive outstanding results, and create a nurturing environment for children and staff alike.

Your leadership will ensure a strong culture and community connection, making the centre a place families love. You will enjoy unmatched salary, bonuses, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Track record of managing high-performing centres successfully.
• Inspiring leadership that brings out the best in the team.
• Strong community connections and respect in past roles.
• Genuine passion for creating nurturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support an amazing team for optimal performance.
• Drive results and make a significant impact on children and teams.
• Maintain a strong team culture within the centre.
• Ensure exceptional experiences for families in the community.

Skills

Exceptional leadership

Community engagement

High-performance management

Team motivation

Passion for child development

Job description

As the Centre Director at Guardian King St, you’ll bring the energy - leading an awesome team, backing big ideas, and creating a space that feels like home.

We don’t settle for ordinary (and we’re sure you don’t either)! We’re looking for a Centre Director who will drive incredible results and make a great impact for children and teams. If you’ve got what it takes to create an environment where everyone thrives, this is your chance to join one of the best in the sector.

Here’s the opportunity

• Continue to build on a strong team culture
• Run your centre like it’s your own - you’re in control - with a great support network around you when you need it
• Give families an experience to rave about - you will be the Centre of choice in your community.
• Motivate an amazing team to reach their full potential

As a Guardian Centre Director, you’ll

• Benefit from Thrive, our incredible leadership framework that supports your centre to operate smoothly
• Grow your career and leadership skills with heaps of professional development opportunities
• Work in leading environments designed to inspire children and the team
• Enjoy seeing children and the team shine through our To BE Me learning programs
• Be supported with a great network of specialists in Curriculum, Compliance & Safety, Facilities, People Management and more
• Get rewarded with unmatched salary and bonuses, great perks and a culture of reward & recognition. Your contribution will pay off!

Here’s what you’ll bring

• A track record of running high-performing centres with exceptional results (either Meeting or Exceeding)
• Inspiring leadership that brings out the best in your team
• Ability to connect with families and the local community. Your past centres are well respected and recognised.
• A genuine passion for creating amazing spaces where teams and children flourish

The Centre

Welcome to Guardian King St, rated Exceeding, our centre offers beautifully designed indoor spaces, including art studios and workshops and an exciting outdoor area with water play, native gardens and natural play structures for exploration and adventure.

If you're ready to run your own centre that is a ‘home away from home’, your journey begins here.

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Guardian Childcare & Education values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress.

We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.

At Guardian Childcare & Education, children's safety and wellbeing are our top priority. We have zero tolerance for any form of abuse or harm. We rigorously screen all potential team members, requiring a 10-year verifiable resume, 5 years of direct manager references, and other security checks to ensure they meet our high standards. For those who have not been in employment that long, these expectations will be adjusted.