Centre Director

About the Opportunity Our long-standing Centre Director is retiring, opening a rare and exciting opportunity to lead our Exceeding service at Star of the Sea Cleveland . We’re a warm, community-focused early learning centre with five beautiful rooms and a team of dedicated, professional educators who are passionate about delivering high‑quality care. About Star of the Sea Cleveland Rated Exceeding across all areas Strong community reputation – full current utilisation with 2026 enrolments already near capacity 59‑place, purpose‑built service beside Star of the Sea Primary School, complete with stunning bay views Bush Kindy program supporting outdoor exploration and nature‑based learning Newly renovated indoor learning environments and a near‑complete playground upgrade ready for our new Director Contemporary, well‑resourced spaces designed for high‑quality learning Fresh, nutritious meals prepared daily by our on‑site cook A collaborative, supportive team where educators are valued and thrive together Your Key Responsibilities Lead the day‑to‑day operations of the centre, including staffing, administration, and financial management Provide strong, supportive leadership that guides and inspires your team Oversee the delivery of a high‑quality, inclusive educational program Ensure a safe, nurturing, engaging environment for all children Build positive, collaborative relationships with families and the community Promote the service in alignment with Catholic Early EdCare values and philosophy Balance contact time with out‑of‑ratio leadership and administrative duties What You’ll Bring Diploma in Children’s Services or equivalent (as per ACECQA guidelines) Current Blue Card, First Aid, CPR, Asthma/Anaphylaxis Strong understanding of childcare legislation, including the NQF, NQS, EYLF and QKLG Confident computer and administrative skills (experience with Xplor advantageous) Proven leadership and team development capabilities Willingness to obtain Child Protection Training as required Why Join Us? At Catholic Early EdCare, we believe in a world where every child can reach their fullest potential — and where every educator feels supported, valued, and empowered. Reward & Recognition Program – Celebrating your amazing work and contributions Competitive salary, negotiable for the right candidate 95% childcare discount for your family Leadership development , including tailored programs and offsite networking events Employee referral bonuses for connecting great people with our team Dedicated support from our CEEC Support Office to help you succeed Apply today and help shape a meaningful, nurturing future for children and families in our community. Our Commitment to Keeping our Staff and Children Safe: Catholic Early EdCare is dedicated to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children in its care and maintains a zero‑tolerance approach to any form of abuse. The protection of children is our highest priority. To uphold this commitment, we conduct referee checks and criminal history screenings as part of our recruitment process, and all employees working with children must hold a current Queensland Working with Children Check (Blue Card). How to Apply: Ready to embark on this exciting journey with us? To apply, submit your resume, along with a cover letter telling us why you’re the perfect fit for the role. Catholic Early EdCare is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage applications from all individuals, including those from diverse backgrounds. Be careful – Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don’t transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr