Centre Director

Edge Early Learning; Fraser Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Edge Early Learning Tinana in Queensland seeks a passionate Centre Director to lead our team and drive an exceptional care culture. You will oversee operations, staffing, compliance with NQS, EYLF and QKLG, and staff development in a close-knit community setting.

The role requires proven leadership in childcare, a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or Graduate Diploma/Masters of Teaching) with 2–3 years of educator experience in long day care in Australia, and mandatory checks and

Qualifications

• Proven Experience as a Centre Director or similar leadership role.
• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or Graduate Diploma/Masters of Teaching with 2–3 years Educator experience in long day care (Australia).
• Working with Children Check is mandatory.
• National Child Safety Training (GECCKO) Foundations & Advanced is mandatory.
• RRHAN Fundamentals & Masterclass (SA) mandatory.
• Training to respond to child abuse and neglect (ACT).
• First Aid & CPR Certificate(s) mandatory; Asthma Management Certificate; Anaphylaxis Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Lead with Vision to inspire creativity, innovation and improvement.
• Foster a positive, collaborative culture for staff.
• Recruitment, succession planning, and leadership development.
• Oversee budgets and agency costs for financial sustainability.
• Ensure compliance with NQS, EYLF and QKLG standards.
• Optimize rostering to place the right people in the right roles.
• Mentor and develop the team to reach their full potential.

Skills

Leadership

Centre Director

Staff Rostering

Budget & Finances

Mentoring

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Graduate Diploma / Masters of Teaching

Job description

• Location18 Woongool Road,Tinana, QLD, 4650,Australia
• Employee TypeFull Time 38 LL

Contact information

• Contact Phone[phone]***

Description

Edge Early Learning Tinana is in the process of transitioning to new ownership, so it’s a great time to join us! Be part of our next chapter as we continue to care for our loyal community, but evolve our service in a new partnership with Nido Early School.

We are on the hunt for a passionate and experienced Centre Director to lead our team. If you thrive on leadership, mentorship, and creating a culture of excellence, this is your opportunity to shine! Come and be a part of a close-knit community known for its friendly atmosphere and new beautiful surroundings.

Your Role as Centre Director:

As the Centre Director, you'll be at the heart of our centre's success. You will:

• Lead with Vision:Inspire and drive creativity, innovation, and continuous improvement to enhance our services.
• Cultivate a Positive Culture:Foster a supportive and collaborative environment where team members can thrive.
• Recruitment & Succession Planning:Attract, develop, and retain top talent while planning for the future leadership of your centre.
• Manage Agency Spend:Oversee budgets and agency costs to ensure financial sustainability.
• Ensure Compliance & Safety:Stay ahead of industry regulations, ensuring that our centre remains fully compliant with NQS, EYLF, and QKLG standards.
• Effective Rostering:Optimise staffing through strategic rostering, ensuring the right people are in the right places.
• Mentorship:Guide and mentor your team, empowering them to reach their full potential.

Please read before applying

1. This role is NOT eligible for employer-sponsored visas (visa sponsorship). You must already hold the right to work in Australia.

2. On this occasion, we are unable to accept applicants working towards their Diploma qualification, or applicants whose only qualification is a Graduate Diploma or Masters of Teaching without the required experience (see below).

3. Our centres operate extended hours. Whilst we do our best to be flexible, candidates must be available to work opening shifts, closing shifts, or both. We are unable to accommodate school-hours-only availability.

What we're looking for:

• Proven Experience as a Centre Director and experience in a similar Leadership capacity
• Completed Diploma in Early Childhood Education and CareOR Graduate Diploma / Masters of Teaching with a minimum 2–3 years’ Educator experience in a long day care setting within Australia
• Working with Children Check, mandatory
• National Child Safety Training (GECCKO), mandatory
  • Foundations & Advanced
• RRHAN Fundamentals & Masterclass (SA), mandatory
• Training to respond to child abuse and neglect (ACT)
• First Aid & CPR Certificate/s, mandatory
• Asthma Management Certificate
• Anaphylaxis Certificate

Child Safety at Edge Early Learning

At Edge Early Learning, children’s safety and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating safe, nurturing environments where every child feels valued, heard, and protected. Our team upholds the highest standards of care and is dedicated to safeguarding children through vigilant practices, ongoing training, and strong, supportive relationships. All Edge employees undergo relevant safety checks and are expected to champion our culture of child safety every day.