Role
Centre Director
Location
Innisfail, Cassowary Coast Region QLD 4860, Warribarra, Dugulbarra, Mandubarra, Dyirribarra and Bagirbarra Peoples of the Mamu Land
Centre
Goodstart Innisfail
Employment Type
Full Time
Pay
$53.93-$68.53 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
Overview
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.
Responsibilities 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.
Receive dedicated support from a centre coach as well as a tailored induction program to ensure your success.
About Goodstart Innisfail 57 place centre, where you'll feel part of the family.
Multicultural team who pride themselves on their inclusive culture at the centre.
Our Centre is conveniently located near the town centre and primary schools, caters to children aged 15 months to 5 years.
Join a collaborative team that values professional growth and teamwork in a welcoming environment.
We offer training, professional development and upskilling opportunities to our centre employees.
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 discounts on insurance, travel and technology.
Uniform allowance and employee referral programme.
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.
You'll need A Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education (or working towards).
Experience with leading and managing change within, 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.
Have a question? Contact Fiona Mc Millan from our Talent Acquisition Team on or via email
EEO Statement
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
People & Safety
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.
As a Child Safe Organisation all of our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check.
Reference
Posting Notes: INNISFAIL||QLD || Australia (AU) || | || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full‑Time.
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