Kindy Centre Director

Faith Lutheran College Redlands; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Faith Lutheran College Redlands – Victoria Point QLD is seeking an experienced and passionate leader to join our Kindergarten and Long Day Care Service. You will lead with warmth and integrity, ensuring high-quality education, family engagement and Lutheran ethos across the service.

You will oversee daily management, budgets and compliance, mentor staff and collaborate with the College and key stakeholders to support ongoing growth and improvement.

Qualifications

• Diploma of Early Childhood Education required.
• Have a current WWCC (Blue Card).
• Experience in a management or leadership role in early childhood.

Responsibilities

• Foster and uphold Lutheran ethos of the Service with key stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with NQF, NQS, legislation and WHS requirements.
• Lead continuous improvement and develop the Service's Quality Improvement Plan.
• Oversee day-to-day management including budgets, records, and policies.
• Promote high-quality education and care and supportive relationships.
• Lead, mentor and support educators through recruitment, induction and performance development.
• Build strong partnerships with children, families and the wider school community.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Staff mentoring

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Diploma of Early Childhood Education

Job description

Faith Lutheran College Redlands – Victoria Point QLD

We are an established Kindergarten, part of Faith Lutheran College, Redlands, a K-12 nationally award-winning learning community situated in Brisbane’s Bayside.

Due to exciting growth within the College, our Kindy consists of 4 classrooms, and we’re looking for an experienced and passionate team player to join and lead our team.

We are proud to offer the best of both worlds — the perfect combination of a dedicated Kindergarten and Long Day Care Service. We deliver a quality Government approved program to kindergarten aged children only, with the benefits for families of extended hours / days (6.30am – 6.00pm).

Key responsibilities

Foster and uphold the Lutheran ethos of the Service, working closely with the College, Lutheran Education Queensland and key stakeholders

Ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework (NQF), National Quality Standards (NQS), legislation, regulations and Work Health & Safety requirements

Lead continuous improvement, self-assessment, critical reflection and the development and implementation of the Service's Quality Improvement Plan

Oversee the effective day-to-day management of the Service, including budgets, financial administration, Child Care Subsidy, records, policies, procedures, resources and facilities

Promote high-quality education and care, positive relationships and inclusive environments that support the emotional, social, cognitive, spiritual and physical wellbeing of children

Lead, mentor and support educators and staff through recruitment, induction, rostering, performance development, professional learning, team building and conflict resolution

Build strong, respectful partnerships with children, families, community and key stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and community engagement

Maintain a safe and compliant environment through effective risk management, WHS practices, training, incident reporting and ongoing monitoring

Promote the Service within the community, support sustainable enrolments and utilisation, and identify opportunities for ongoing growth and improvement

Model a positive, collaborative and professional culture, demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning, reflective practice and excellence in early childhood education and care

About you:

You are a passionate and dedicated early childhood professional who is committed to providing high-quality education and care in a nurturing kindergarten environment.

You lead with warmth, integrity and confidence, building positive relationships with children, families, colleagues and the wider school community.

You are committed to the values and ethos of Lutheran education, fostering a welcoming, inclusive and caring environment where every child is valued and respected.

You are an inspiring leader who enjoys mentoring, supporting and empowering educators to grow professionally and work collaboratively as a team.

You value play-based learning and are passionate about creating meaningful learning experiences that support each child's wellbeing, development and sense of belonging.

You bring strong communication, organisational and leadership skills, with a commitment to continuous improvement and excellence in early childhood education.

Qualifications and Minimum Requirements:

Diploma of Early Childhood Education

Have a current WWCC (Blue Card)

Previous experience in a management or leadership role in early childhood

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews may occur prior to the closing date.