Centre Manager

Eden Academy - Childcare and Kindergarten; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above‑award salary

Centre manager meetings and cross‑site

Centre Directors Days & annual confs.

Flexible centre budgets & monthly资源

Direct access to Operations Manager &/

PD support for ongoing education

Job summary

Eden Academy Bardon Kindergarten is seeking an experienced Early Childhood Teacher / Centre Manager for a 36‑place Bardon centre. This hybrid role combines hands-on teaching with leadership and operational responsibilities, mentoring a team of educators to deliver EYLF‑aligned learning.

You’ll balance on‑floor teaching with centre operations, ensuring high-quality practice and strong family relationships. Salary is above award and opportunities for growth are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education or ACECQA equivalent.
• Experience as an Early Childhood Teacher and Centre Manager.
• Current Working with Children Check and Australian working rights.
• Food Safety Supervisor certificate.
• Two professional references from childcare/education managers or supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver engaging, play‑based learning experiences and promote collaborative team culture.
• Work alongside educators, modelling high‑quality teaching practices.
• Mentor and coach team members to build confidence and capabilities.
• Oversee center operations, compliance, administration and occupancy.
• Build strong relationships with families and the community.
• Promote children's independence, curiosity and sense of belonging.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Hands‑on teaching

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education

ACECQA‑recognised equivalent

Job description

Eden Academy Bardon Kindergarten: Lead, Inspire & Make a Difference

Love being on the floor just as much as leading a team? This role is for you!

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Early Childhood Teacher / Centre Manager to join our beautiful 36-place sanctuary in Bardon. Supporting 2 - rooms of 3 - 5-year-olds. This unique hybrid role combines hands‑on teaching and leadership with the opportunity to inspire, mentor and lead a dedicated team.

As our Contact ECT/CM you will:

• Lead and deliver engaging, meaningful play-based learning experiences and promotecollaborative team culture.
• Work alongside educators, modelling high-quality teaching practices.
• Mentor and coach team members to build their confidence and capabilities.
• Oversee center operations, compliance, administration and occupancy.
• Build strong, meaningful relationships with families and the community.
• Promote children's independence, curiosity and sense of belonging.
• Champion the EYLF, National Quality Framework and continuous improvement.

About You:

• Strong leadership, mentoring and communication skills.
• Confidence in modelling best-practice educational approaches.
• The ability to balance hands‑on teaching with leadership and operational responsibilities.
• Sound knowledge of the EYLF, NQF and National Quality Standards.
• A warm, approachable and collaborative leadership style.
• Above all, you'll be a visible and approachable leader who enjoys getting alongside their team and bringing out the best in others.

What You'll Bring:

• A Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (or ACECQA-recognised equivalent).
• Demonstrated experience working as an Early Childhood Teacher (ECT), alongside previous Centre Manager experience.
• A current Working with Children Check.
• Full Australian working rights.
• Current Child Protection training.
• A current Food Safety Supervisor certificate.
• Two professional references, including one from a manager or supervisor in childcare or education.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

• Generous above-award salary.
• Monthly Centre Manager meetings with leaders across the business.
• Centre Directors Days and annual conferences.
• Flexible centre budgets and monthly equipment and resource budgets.
• Direct access to your Operations Manager (Eden ANGEL) and Owners.
• Financial support for ongoing education and professional development.
• Rewards for referring family and friends.
• Opportunities to grow and transfer across our centres.

What's Next?

If you're a Centre Manager who loves being on the floor, has a natural ability to inspire others and is ready to make a difference through hands‑on leadership, we'd love to hear from you!

The Eden Academy Difference

At Eden Academy, we’re passionate about creating inspiring early learning environments where children, families, and educators feel supported, valued, and connected.

Our purpose is simple — to deliver exceptional early childhood education and care within safe, nurturing, and welcoming spaces where every child can thrive.

We understand the importance of the early years and the lasting impact they have on a child’s development, confidence, and sense of belonging. That responsibility is at the heart of everything we do.

We are more than Early Education

Join us and be part of a team making a genuine difference every day.

The Eden Academy Difference

At Eden Academy, we’re passionate about creating inspiring early learning environments where children, families, and educators feel supported, valued, and connected.

Our purpose is simple — to deliver exceptional early childhood education and care within safe, nurturing, and welcoming spaces where every child can thrive.

We understand the importance of the early years and the lasting impact they have on a child’s development, confidence, and sense of belonging. That responsibility is at the heart of everything we do.

We are more than Early Education

Join us and be part of a team making a genuine difference every day.