Role: Centre Director

Location: Brisbane CBD & Inner Suburbs

Centre: Goodstart Fortitude Valley

Employment Type: Full Time Permanent

Pay: Above Award Salary + Super + Benefits
 

• 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 Fortitude Valley

• Nurturing Environment: Goodstart Fortitude Valley is a place where love, magic, and learning come together to create a nurturing and educational environment for children aged six weeks to school age.
• Leadership in Sustainability: Our centre is led by a diverse and inclusive team that is passionate about teaching children to care for the planet. Our strong outdoor learning program is at the heart of our curriculum, emphasising sustainability and environmental stewardship.
• Engaging Outdoor Spaces: We offer large, sweeping outdoor playgrounds that connect children to nature throughout the year. These spaces include sandpits, mud kitchens, bike tracks, a train line viewing platform, and a natural creek bed with running water, providing endless opportunities for exploration and discovery.
• Diverse and Inclusive Team: Our team of over 30 educators come from diverse backgrounds, reflecting a commitment to inclusion for staff, families, and children alike. We believe that diversity enriches our learning environment and fosters a culture of respect and belonging.
• Community and Family Focused: At Goodstart Fortitude Valley, we prioritise child-educator relationships and put our children first. We also offer convenient onsite parking for families, making drop-offs and pick-ups as smooth as possible.
• Innovative Programs: We offer long daycare and kindergarten programs based on play-based learning, designed to meet the developmental needs of each child while fostering a love for learning.

Opportunity for Impact: As a Centre Director, you will lead our dedicated team, ensuring that we continue to provide a high-quality, inclusive, and sustainable educational environment. Your leadership will be pivotal in nurturing the next generation and building strong connections with families and the community

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 (or working towards)
• Experience with leading and managing change within education, health or community services
• 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 further information and support, email deadlycareers@goodstart.org.au

Have a question? Contact Anita of our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email alapworth@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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Posting Notes: FORTITUDE VALLEY, BRISBANE || QLD || Australia (AU) || | SF:LI || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time