Centre Director Job Details

2 days ago


Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia Goodstart Early Learning Full time

Role: Centre Director

Location: Centenary Heights, QLD 4350

Centre: Goodstart Centenary Heights

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

Pay: $53.54 - $66.09 p/h (Depending on qualification & experience) + Super

  • 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 Centenary Heights

Are you a passionate and experienced leader in the Early Childhood sector, ready to inspire and make your mark in a brand-new, state-of-the-art centre? This is your chance to join a rewarding leadership role at Goodstart Centenary Heights where you can truly shape the future of early education for local families.

  • Full-time leadership position, working within the centre's welcoming operating hours of 6am – 6pm, Monday – Friday.
  • Lead an 80-place, Meeting-rated centre with a strong commitment to quality and community
  • Join our newest purpose-built, architecturally designed centre on the corner of Ramsay and Alderley Streets, Centenary Heights
  • Work with state-of-the-art facilities and thoughtfully designed learning environments, from nursery through to kindergarten
  • Oversee inspiring outdoor play spaces offering nature-based learning, including:
    • Dedicated junior play space for our Nursery children
    • A vibrant senior play space for Toddlers and Kindergarten with water play, sandpits, sensory paths, yarning circle, and quiet retreat areas
  • Experience the professional reward and personal fulfilment that comes with being a Centre Director – where your leadership makes a lasting impact every day

WhatGoodstart 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

Fitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price

Tax benefits through salary packaging

Paid professional development

T wo 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 and childcare 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.

Have a question? Contact Salena from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email svo@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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