Role: Centre Director

Location: Brisbane CBD & Inner Suburbs Brisbane

Centre: Goodstart Brighton – North Road

Employment Type: Full Time Permanent

Pay: $51.73 - $70 Per hour (Dependent on qualification) + Super + Bonuses

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• Use your experience in early learning to manage and develop your own centre, guiding the next generation of educators
• Competitive pay – 12% above award + childcare discount + salary packaging available
• Work for Australia’s largest early learning Not-for-Profit

Are you an experienced early learning professional ready to elevate your career, refine your leadership skills, and drive a thriving business? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

As a Centre Director at Goodstart, you’ll be at the heart of our leadership team, playing a pivotal role in supporting and developing the Teachers and Educators in your centre. You'll build strong, meaningful relationships with children, families, and communities, fully embracing the profound impact of your role in their lives.

In this role, you will:

• Deliver our bespoke learning program developed in collaboration with global leaders in pedagogical practice
• Build and encourage a talented team of early learning professionals, sharing your knowledge and contributing to a culture of reflective practice and ongoing improvement
• Work with your team to plan for the future of your centre, building the attendance pipeline and maintaining a revenue-generating business
   

About Goodstart Brighton, North Road

• Welcome to Goodstart Brighton, North Road – a warm and inviting 79-place early learning centre located in the beautiful bayside suburb of Brighton. Our service is proudly rated as Meeting the National Quality Standard and is currently operating at approximately 95% occupancy, with 75 children enrolled. With such a strong foundation in place, we’re ready for a passionate, driven Centre Director to lead us on the journey to Exceeding.
• With spacious indoor learning environments and engaging, nature-inspired outdoor play areas, our centre provides children with a nurturing and stimulating space to learn, grow and thrive. We offer programs that reflect the Early Years Learning Framework, and our team of committed educators pride themselves on building strong relationships with children, families, and the broader community.
• Our Brighton, North Road Centre is perfectly positioned close to local schools, shops, and public transport, making us a convenient choice for families. We have well-established ties to the local community, and we’re proud to be known for our welcoming culture, inclusive practices, and strong family partnerships.

We are seeking a Centre Director who brings:
 

• Vision and drive to lead the centre from Meeting to Exceeding
• Strong leadership and accountability building a high-performing and engaged team
• Commitment to continuous improvement in pedagogy, practice, and team culture
• Confidence in managing relationships from families to community networks and key stakeholders

This is an opportunity to take the reins of a centre with a solid foundation and lead with purpose. You’ll be supported by Goodstart’s national and state teams, plus access to professional development and mentoring to help you shine.

If you’re ready to lead a centre with heart, ambition, and the potential to be truly exceptional – we’d love to hear from you.

What Goodstart can offer you:

• At least 12% above the award rate
• Up to 50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave
• Tax benefits through salary packaging
• Paid professional development
• Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year
• Free annual flu shot (optional)
• Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance  
• First Nations Support and Cultural Leave
• Retail discounts on insurance, travel and technology
• Uniform allowance and employee referral program

You’ll need:

• A Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education
• Experience with leading and managing change within education
• Experience in delivering integrated early childhood services in areas of disadvantage
• Proven commercial acumen with financial and operational performance management

How to apply

Click ‘Apply Now’ and submit your application.

We review applications as they are submitted. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage of the process. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.

For more information, please contact our Talent Acquisition Partner Vinisha at vkundoorvala@goodstart.org.au

Supporting our people and protecting our children

We’re an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment. We know that Goodstarters from diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We’re also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.

Safety is our priority and we will take any action necessary to ensure that all children can feel safe and be safe, and are safeguarded from abuse, neglect and harm. As a Child Safe Organisation, all of our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check.

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