Centre Director: Lead, Inspire & Grow Early Learning

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

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