Centre Manager | Relocate to the Sunshine Coast

Guardian Childcare & Education; Caloundra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discounts

Leadership Academy

One‑to‑one coaching

Thrive program

To BE Me program

Bonus scheme

Portfolio support

National leaders network

Job summary

Guardian Childcare & Education on the Sunshine Coast is seeking an experienced Centre Manager to lead a vibrant centre community, driving quality care and strong occupancy.

You’ll access the Leadership Academy, professional coaching, Thrive and To BE Me programs, and a sector‑leading bonus aligned to performance. A supportive network of Portfolio Managers and leaders backs you every step.

Qualifications

• Has successfully led an Early Childhood Education and Care service.
• Builds engaged, high‑performing teams.
• Demonstrates strong operational, commercial and compliance capability.
• Builds trusted relationships with children, families and local communities.
• Leads with confidence, accountability, authenticity and care.
• Holds relevant early childhood qualifications and meets Nominated Supervisor requirements.
• Committed to continuous learning and growing as a leader.

Responsibilities

• Lead the centre community, uniting people, practice and purpose.
• Drive occupancy growth while maintaining safety, quality and compliance.
• Provide leadership, coaching and development to your team.
• Partner with Portfolio Managers and specialist support teams.

Skills

Leadership

Team building

Operational capability

Compliance

Relationship building

Education

Early childhood qualifications

Nominated Supervisor requirements

Job description

Centre Manager | Relocate to the Sunshine Coast

• Access to dedicated Leadership Academy
• 15% government funded wages & above award wages
• Team benefits - Blue Light Card, Fitness Passport & childcare discounts

Make the change you’ve always dreamed of.

Invest in your leadership. Grow your impact. Build your future on the Sunshine Coast.

What if your next career move offered more than a new role?

If you’re an experienced Centre Manager based in Brisbane and have been thinking about a sea change, this could be the opportunity to continue building an incredible career while creating the lifestyle you’ve always imagined on the Sunshine Coast.

At Guardian, we believe great leadership starts with care: for children, families, your team and yourself.

As a Centre Manager, you’re at the heart of your centre community. You bring together people, practice and purpose to create an environment where educators can do their best work, families feel a genuine sense of connection, and children feel confident and inspired to learn.

That’s why we invest in our Centre Managers through genuine development opportunities, professional coaching, industry-leading support and career pathways designed to help exceptional leaders keep growing.

As a Guardian Centre Manager, you’ll have access to:

• Up to 12 confidential one-to-one professional coaching sessions every year
• A dedicated Leadership Academy designed specifically for Centre Leaders
• Exclusive programs including Thrive and To BE Me, supporting meaningful outcomes for children, families and teams
• A sector-leading bonus opportunity that recognises the impact you create
• Ongoing support from experienced Portfolio Managers and specialist support teams
• Career pathways that support your continued development as a leader
• A national community of leaders who understand the challenges, opportunities and rewards of centre leadership

This is more than another Centre Manager role. It’s an opportunity to invest in your career while creating an exciting new life on the Sunshine Coast.

Professional Coaching That Invests in You

Leadership is rewarding, but it also comes with challenges. That’s why every Guardian Centre Manager has access to up to 12 confidential coaching sessions each year with an independent professional coach.

Whether you’re strengthening your leadership, navigating a challenge, building confidence or preparing for your next career step, coaching gives you dedicated time focused entirely on you, your development and your goals.

The Guardian Leadership Academy

Our Leadership Academy supports current and aspiring Centre Managers through practical learning, leadership development, professional coaching and real-world experiences.

You’ll be part of a community of leaders who share ideas, learn from one another and are committed to continuous improvement and exceptional outcomes.

Industry-Leading Practice and Innovation

We’re always looking for better ways to support children to thrive, and we give our leaders the tools and frameworks to make that happen.

Our exclusive To BE Me learning programs and Thrive framework support environments where children, educators and leaders can flourish. They give Centre Managers practical, proven approaches to strengthen educator capability, support children’s development and wellbeing, and turn great leadership into meaningful outcomes.

Rewarding High Performance

We recognise the impact strong Centre Managers have on their centres, teams and communities.

Our Centre Manager Bonus Scheme creates a direct link between your leadership and your earning potential. You can actively build your bonus opportunity throughout the year and be recognised for the results you achieve, including growing centre occupancy while maintaining strong safety, quality, compliance and attendance outcomes.

A Strong Support Network

You’ll lead your centre with confidence, backed by experienced Portfolio Managers, specialist support teams, the Leadership Academy and a national community of Centre Managers.

Because great leaders deserve great support.

About You

You’re an experienced Centre Manager who:

• Has successfully led an Early Childhood Education and Care service
• Builds engaged, high-performing teams
• Demonstrates strong operational, commercial and compliance capability
• Builds trusted relationships with children, families and local communities
• Leads with confidence, accountability, authenticity and care
• Holds relevant early childhood qualifications and can meet Nominated Supervisor requirements
• Is committed to continuous learning and growing as a leader
• Wants to make a meaningful difference for children, families and the people they lead
• Is ready to explore an exciting career and lifestyle opportunity on the Sunshine Coast

Ready for Your Next Chapter?

If you’re an experienced Centre Manager looking for more support, more development and the opportunity to make the Sunshine Coast your home, we’d love to hear from you.

Bring your experience. Bring your ambition. Bring your care.

Make the move you’ve always dreamed of and discover what’s possible when your organisation invests in you.

Our Commitment

Guardian Childcare & Education values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to Reconciliation and to creating a workplace where every person feels valued, respected and supported.

Children's safety and wellbeing are our highest priority. We have zero tolerance for abuse or harm and rigorously screen all potential team members, including employment history, direct manager references and relevant security and compliance checks.