Director

2 days ago

Townsville, Queensland, Australia Mary Mackillop Childcare NQ Full time $100,000 - $120,000 per year
24th September, 2025

Mary MacKillop Childcare North Queensland provides high-quality provision of care to families across the Diocese of Townsville, which stretches from Ingham in the North, Proserpine in the South, Mount Isa in the West and Palm Island to the East.

About the position

St Mary MacKillop Gooddo is an Early Learning Centre situated within a remote Indigenous community on Palm Island. As the only Early Learning Centre on the island, we are deeply committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for the youngest members of the local community.

We are seeking a dedicated Director for a permanent, full-time role, Monday to Friday, commencing as soon as practical. This is a unique opportunity to become an integral part of the community while leading and supporting Educators in delivering high-quality, inclusive, and engaging early learning experiences. In this pivotal role, you will guide the service as it transitions to a new operating centre, champion staff professional development, succession planning, and contribute to fostering long-term staff retention.

What you'll need to succeed:

  • Completed a Diploma in Early Childhood Education or ACECQA equivalent (Education Support, studying Bachelor of Teaching etc.)
  • Previous experience in a similar position
  • Ability to work effectively with diverse cultural and linguistic communities and individuals
  • Current Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
  • Current First Aid Certificate Including CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis or ability to obtain before commencement
  • Understanding and knowledge of National Quality Framework and My Time Our Place Framework

We offer our employees:

  • Paid birthday leave day
  • Childcare discount of up to 75%
  • Competitive and over award salary on offer (depending on qualifications and experience)
  • Financial support of First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis after commencement
  • Salary packaging available
  • Insurance benefits with Queensland Country Health
  • Experienced teams offering advice, guidance and support to our services
  • Uniforms provided upon commencement
  • Work/life balance with no weekend work
  • A supportive environment where teams flourish and build strong relationships with children, families and each other

How to apply

If you are interested in joining our vibrant team at MMCNQ, please submit your resume and cover letter via the APPLY NOW link - Interviews will commence as applications are received

If you have any questions about this position, please contact our HR team on or call Shae Davison on

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