Centre Manager

Astute Early Years Specialists; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrae Astute Early Years Specialists in Brisbane, Queensland, is seeking a Centre Manager to lead a handpicked team of educators and nurture strong family relationships in a centre beloved by its community.

You will oversee day-to-day operations, enrolments, budgeting and reporting, ensure compliance with NQF and EYLF, and foster a collaborative, inclusive culture that drives continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (or ACECQA equivalent)
• Proven leadership experience in early childhood settings
• Strong knowledge of NQF and EYLF and regulatory requirements in Queensland childcare
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organisational and leadership skills
• Blue Card / Working With Children clearance for QLD; First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis & Asthma training

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and day-to-day management of the centre — overseeing educators, compliance, operations, enrolments, and administration.
• Mentor and support a team of educators; promote a collaborative, positive work culture.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations and quality standards (NQF, EYLF, Q ct.)
• Foster strong relationships with children, families, and the wider community.
• Drive continuous improvement — staff development, program quality, and centre growth.
• Manage enrolments, budgets, resources, staffing and reporting as required

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

People management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or ACECQA equivalent

Advanced Diploma/Qualification in Early Childhood Services

Job description

Are you ready to lead a team, shape a culture, and leave your mark on a centre children and families genuinely love? We are seeking an inspiring Centre Manager for our centre known for its long-serving, tight-knit educator team and deep family relationships.

We do things differently. We stay small on purpose, so every child is known and every family feels at home. In this role, you'll lead a handpicked team of passionate educators, champion our commitment to reconciliation and inclusion, and help our centre continue to thrive as a place where children build a genuine love of learning.

About the role

• Provide leadership and day-to-day management of the centre — overseeing educators, compliance, operations, enrolments, and administration.
• Mentor and support a team of educators; promote a collaborative, positive work culture.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations and quality standards (e.g. regulatory frameworks, centre policies, health & safety).
• Foster strong relationships with children, families, and the wider community.
• Drive continuous improvement — including staff development, program quality, and centre growth.
• Manage enrolments, budgets, resources, staffing and reporting as required

About you

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (or ACECQA equivalent qualification), or an Advanced Diploma/Qualification in Early Childhood Services.
• Have proven leadership experience in an early childhood education setting
• Strong knowledge of National Quality Framework (NQF) and Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), early childhood curriculum frameworks, child development, and regulatory requirements relevant to Queensland childcare.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organisational and leadership skills — able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Current valid First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis & Asthma training
• Required Blue Card / Working With Children clearance for QLD

This is your chance to lead a centre with heart. If you're ready to bring your leadership, warmth and vision to a team that's ready for it, we want to meet you.

Work Rights

We welcome applicants who are Australian citizens or hold valid working rights in Australia.

Please note that employer sponsorship is not available for any of our roles.

Commitment to Child Safety, Wellbeing and Cultural Inclusion

Children’s safety, wellbeing, and voices are our highest priority. Astute Early Years Specialist has zero tolerance for abuse or neglect and responds promptly to all concerns in line with legal and regulatory requirements. We are committed to a culturally safe, inclusive environment that respects and values Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Our practices actively support and strengthen cultural safety for children, families, and communities. All team members are responsible for upholding child safety and contributing to a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment.