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Job Title


Centre Director


Company : Goodstart Early Learning


Location : North Lakes, Australia


Created : 2026-03-25


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Location: North Lakes QLD (located on the traditional lands of the Turrbal, Yugarabul & Kabi Kabi people) 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 Australias 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,youllbe at the heart of our leadership team, playing a pivotal role in supporting and developing the Teachers and Educators in your centre.You''llbuild 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 andmaintaininga revenue-generating business About Goodstart North Lakes-Winn Street We are a 75 place centre open from 6.30am until 6.30pm and are rated EXCEEDING NQS Community is very important to us and through visits to the centre and participation in events and activities throughout the year we can enrich the learning experience You can expect a very warm welcome into our team and feel supported, we all look out for each other Onsite parking Walking distance to the North Lakes Bus Station 6 min drive to the Westfield North Lakes Shopping Centre What Goodstart can offer you: At least12% above the award rate Up to50% discount off your childcare gap fees andup to 6weeks paid parental leave Fitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price Tax benefits through salary packaging Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year Free annual flu shot (optional) Optiontopurchaseextra leave for even greater work life balance First NationsSupportand Cultural Leave Retail discounts on insurance,traveland technology Uniform allowance and employee referral program As a Centre Director, you may be eligible to access external professional supervision - a confidential and reflective space that fosters professional growth, personal wellbeing, and effective leadership practice within complex and dynamic environments Youll need: A Diploma orBachelor in Early Childhood Education(or working towards) Experience with leading and managing change within education,healthor community services Experience in delivering integrated early childhood services in areas of disadvantage Proven commercial acumen with financial and operational performance management Have a question? Contact Chantal from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email [email protected] We review applications as they are submitted. We encourage you tosubmityour application as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage of the process. At Goodstart we are deeply committed to Reconciliation and encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. For further information and support [email protected] Supporting our people and protecting our children Werean equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment. We know thatGoodstartersfrom diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow.Werealso deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People ela strong senseof 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,neglectand harm. As a Child Safe Organisation,all ofour candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check. #J-18808-Ljbffr