Centre Director

Role: Centre Director

Location: Fortitude Valey, QLD 4006

Centre: Goodstart Fortitude Valley

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

Pay: $ $66.09 per hour (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 Fortitude Valley

Are you a passionate and resilient leader in Early Childhood Education, ready to take the next step in your career? Join us as the Centre Director at our 139-place at our Goodstart Fortitude Valley rated 'Meeting' by ACECQA in March 2025 — Known for its lively lifestyle, diverse community, and excellent public transport, it's a hotspot for professionals and families alike. Our centre is perfectly positioned in a cultural hub just minutes from Brisbane's CBD.

Lead a 139-place centre catering to children from 6-weeks to school age.

Guide and inspire a diverse team of Early Childhood Professionals in a high-profile location. Foster a nurturing and high-performing team environment.

Drive and sustain strong occupancy levels through strategic community engagement and marketing.

Champion the delivery of high-quality education and care, aligned with the EYLF and NQS

Do you see yourself as a strong, values-driven leader who thrives on challenges and empowers others to succeed? Do you have proven experience in Early Childhood Education, with a successful track record as a Centre Director or Assistant Director?

We would 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

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

‍ 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 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)

Hold a QLD WWC card

Willing to undergo a Police Check

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 Smitha from our Talent Acquisition Team on or via email

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.