Centre Director

Work Initiatives; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Autonomy in the role

Supportive owners

Established community

Job summary

Work Initiatives in Arundel, Gold Coast is seeking an experienced Centre Director to lead our 80-place early learning service. You will mentor our long-standing educators, sustain the centre’s culture and oversee daily operations with a calm, professional approach.

The role focuses on compliance, quality improvement, EYLF implementation and play-based learning, with a strong emphasis on children’s wellbeing and meaningful learning within a family-owned setting.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education (or equivalent).
• Current Blue Card.
• Strong knowledge of the NQF, NQS and EYLF.
• Previous experience in Centre Director or senior leadership role.
• Good communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support and mentor our team of experienced educators
• Provide clear and consistent leadership across the service
• Support educators with their professional development and day-to-day practice
• Build positive relationships with children, families and educators
• Oversee the daily operation of the centre
• Manage compliance, policies and quality improvement
• Support the implementation of the EYLF and meaningful learning programs
• Encourage play-based, child-led and nature-based learning
• Support a calm, respectful and professional environment
• Work closely with the owners and team to maintain the quality and culture of the service

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education (or equivalent)

Current Blue Card

Job description

We are a early learning service in Arundel, looking for an experienced Centre Director to join our 80-place service.

We have a long-standing team of educators, strong relationships with families and a well-established community within the centre.

We are looking for someone who can lead the team, maintain the culture we have built and support the day-to-day operation of the service.

Centre Director – Boutique Early Learning Service

Arundel, Gold Coast | Full-Time

We are a early learning service in Arundel, looking for an experienced Centre Director to join our 80-place service.

We have a long-standing team of educators, strong relationships with families and a well-established community within the centre.

We are looking for someone who can lead the team, maintain the culture we have built and support the day-to-day operation of the service.

About the role

As Centre Director, you will:

• Lead, support and mentor our team of experienced educators

• Provide clear and consistent leadership across the service

• Support educators with their professional development and day-to-day practice

• Build positive relationships with children, families and educators

• Oversee the daily operation of the centre

• Manage compliance, policies and quality improvement

• Support the implementation of the EYLF and meaningful learning programs

• Encourage play-based, child-led and nature-based learning

• Support a calm, respectful and professional environment

• Work closely with the owners and team to maintain the quality and culture of the service

About you

We are looking for someone who has experience in early childhood leadership and enjoys working with people.

You will ideally have:

• Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education (or equivalent)

• Current Blue Card

• Strong knowledge of the NQF, NQS and EYLF

• Previous experience in a Centre Director or senior leadership role

• Good communication and organisational skills

• The ability to support and manage a team effectively

• A practical and calm approach to problem-solving

• A genuine interest in children's learning and development

• An understanding of play-based, child-led and holistic learning

• An interest in nature, sustainability and outdoor learning

Why join us?

We are a family-owned service rather than a franchise.

We have a stable, experienced team and established relationships with our families. Our owners are supportive and involved, while giving the Centre Director the autonomy to manage the service and lead the team.

The service offers:

• An experienced and long-standing team

• A supportive ownership team

• A strong existing centre culture

• A focus on children's wellbeing and learning

• A beautiful environment with opportunities for nature-based experiences

• Autonomy in the role

• Ongoing support from the owners

The type of person we are looking for

This role would suit someone who enjoys working with a team and being involved in the day-to-day life of a centre.

You don't need to have a particular personality or leadership style. We are looking for someone who is reliable, approachable, organised and able to build good working relationships.

Most importantly, we want someone who cares about the children, supports their team and takes pride in the service they lead.

If you are looking for a long-term role in a family-owned service with an established team and supportive owners, we would be happy to hear from you.