Centre Manager: Lead a Warm, Community‑Driven Early Years Team

Astute Early Years Specialists; Redcliffe; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Astute Early Years Specialists in Redcliffe, QLD is seeking a Centre Manager to lead a passionate educator team and nurture strong relationships with children and families. You will oversee daily operations, enrolments, budgets and reporting, while championing compliance and a warm, inclusive centre culture.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education (or ACECQA equivalent), proven leadership, solid knowledge of NQF and EYLF, plus current First Aid/CPR and Blue Card

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or ACECQA equivalent.
• Proven leadership experience in an early childhood setting.
• Strong knowledge of NQF and EYLF; understanding of curriculum frameworks.
• Current First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis & Asthma training; Blue Card for QLD.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and day-to-day management of the centre.
• Mentor and support a team of educators.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, regulations and quality standards.
• Foster relationships with children, families and the community.
• Drive continuous improvement in staff development and program quality.
• Oversee enrolments, budgets, resources and reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (or ACECQA equivalent)

Job description

Astute Early Years Specialists in Redcliffe, QLD is seeking a Centre Manager to lead a passionate educator team and nurture strong relationships with children and families. You will oversee daily operations, enrolments, budgets and reporting, while championing compliance and a warm, inclusive centre culture.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education (or ACECQA equivalent), proven leadership, solid knowledge of NQF and EYLF, plus current First Aid/CPR and Blue Card