Centre Director | NEW SERVICE

Children First Early Education; Kallangur; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award salary

Wage boost on top of a competitive pay

75% off childcare fees

Novated vehicle leasing

Professional development programs

Free annual child protection training

Staff discounts across brands

Friendly management and Head Office

Job summary

Children First Early Education – Kallangur QLD is seeking a passionate Centre Director to lead our team of Educators and manage day-to-day operations at our childcare centre.

You will provide leadership, mentorship, and ensure high-quality early learning programs while managing rosters, budgets, and stakeholder relationships. The role emphasizes staff development, engagement with families, and a focus on safe, nurturing learning environments.

Qualifications

• Diploma or ACECQA-approved degree required.
• Centre Director experience in an early childhood setting desired.
• Blue card and essential health & safety qualifications (first aid, CPR, anaphylaxis, asthma) required.
• Strong knowledge of EYLF, NQS and QIP is essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, with leadership and mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations in line with legislation and policies.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to staff.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality early learning programs.
• Oversee staffing rosters and budget compliance.
• Build relationships with families, educators, and the local community.
• Support enrolments, tours, and orientation with the Enrolments Team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Staff Mentoring

Critical Thinking

Reflective Practice

Education

Diploma in Children’s Services or ACECQA-approved Early Childhood Degree

Job description

Children First Early Education – Kallangur QLD

At Children First Early Education Kallangur, we are committed to providing a child safe environment where every child is respected, heard, and protected. All educators, leaders, and team members share the responsibility for ensuring children's safety, wellbeing, and empowerment.

We are seeking a passionate, driven and knowledgeable Centre Director, who has the experience and desire to lead, support and manage our team of Educators, and help with the day-to-day running of our amazing childcare centre!

About the role

• Managing day-to-day operations in accordance with legislative requirements and company policies.
• Providing leadership, mentorship, and guidance to our dedicated staff.
• Ensuring the delivery of high-quality early learning programs by our passionate educators.
• Effectively handling and managing the centre's staffing rosters and financial requirements in line with budget guidelines.
• Establishing and nurturing strong relationships with children, families, educators, the local business community, and all stakeholders.
• Actively participating in attracting, converting, and retaining families through effective management of tours, enrolments, and orientation in collaboration with our Enrolments Team.

About you

• Hold a Diploma in Children's Services or an Early Childhood Degree approved by ACECQA.
• Previous experience as an Centre Director in an early childhood setting.
• Current blue card, approved first aid, CPR, anaphylaxis, and asthma qualifications
• Exhibit an extensive understanding of the Early Years Learning Development Framework, National Quality Standards (NQS), and Quality Improvement Plan (QIP)
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Showcase the ability to lead and mentor a team of dedicated early childhood professionals.
• Demonstrate the ability to incorporate critical thinking and reflective practice into daily operations.

What we can offer you

• An above award salary, rewarding your experience and knowledge!
• Retention Grant Wage Boost ontop of a competitive wage!
• 75% off out-of-pocket childcare fees
• Access to discounts from hundreds of well-known brands and retailers, including groceries, fuel, gyms, leisure and utilities!
• Access to novated vehicle leasing, enhancing your take-home pay!
• Free annual flu shot, first aid, asthma, and anaphylaxis certification.
• Free annual child protection training
• Paid professional development and leadership programs
• Leading indoor and outdoor learning environments
• Innovative learning environments where you can build strong pedagogical practice
• Progression opportunities with fast growing company
• Friendly and supportive Management and Head Office teams.