Childcare Jobs - Service/Centre manager, Full Time - Wynnum West QLD, Australia

re you an experienced early learning professional who’s ready to take your career to the next level, honing leadership skills and building a successful business?  

As part of the Centre Leadership team, you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting and developing the Teachers and Educators in your centre. You’ll form strong relationships with children, families and communities, and understand the significance 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  
   

Goodstart Early Learning Wynnum West – Crawford Road invites a passionate and enthusiastic leader to join our team as Centre Director. Since 1996, our center has been an integral part of the community, nestled in a residential area conveniently close to Wynnum Plaza, the train station, and local schools. Our fully air-conditioned facility boasts a comprehensive layout, featuring two Nursery rooms, two Toddler rooms, two Senior Toddler rooms, a Pre-Kindergarten, and two Kindergarten rooms. Each space is thoughtfully designed to deliver individualised programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework, emphasizing sensory and play-based learning experiences. Our commitment to communication shines through our Storypark platform and regular family nights, ensuring tailored programs that celebrate each child's unique journey, cultural background, and strengths. Outside, our expansive play areas stimulate curiosity and environmental awareness, fostering a love for sustainability through hands-on experiences like gardening and exploration. We prioritise nutrition with a seasonal, balanced menu and support younger children with toileting needs. Embracing community connections, we offer enriching activities and daily art and music experiences, empowering children to express their creativity freely. Join us in shaping the future of education and nurturing young minds ready to take on the world.

What Goodstart can offer you: 

• We truly value you – that’s why we pay more. At Goodstart, Centre Directors get at least 12% above the award rate 

• 50% discount off your childcare gap fees and 6 weeks paid parental leave 

• Tax benefits through salary packaging – a great way to pay for expenses with money from your salary before tax is taken out 

• Paid professional development - we offer a range of opportunities to grow your skills and your career  

• Wellbeing focus - you’ll get two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year  

• Additional leave - you’ll have the option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance   

• Retail discounts - you’ll save money on insurance, travel and technology 

• Uniform allowance and employee referral program 

• Security and stability - as Australia’s largest provider of early learning and care and a not-for-profit social enterprise, we exist purely to improve the lives of Australia’s children and their families 

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 Anita of our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email [email protected]  
 

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.