Centre Director

Goodstart•San Francisco, CA
•Onsite

About The Position

Are you an experienced early learning professional ready to elevate your career, refine your leadership skills, and drive a thriving business? At Goodstart, we're passionate about giving every child the very best start in life while supporting our leaders to do the same. As a Centre Director, you'll have the opportunity to lead a dedicated team, develop educational excellence, and create positive outcomes for children, families, and your local community. About the role As Centre Director at Goodstart Nambour – City View Terrace, you'll be at the heart of our leadership team, guiding the operation of the centre while supporting and developing Teachers, Educators, and future leaders. You'll build strong relationships with children, families, and the local community while ensuring the centre delivers exceptional educational outcomes and operates as a sustainable, high-performing business. About Goodstart Nambour – City View Terrace Welcoming and community-focused centre located in the heart of Nambour, caring for children from nursery through to kindergarten. It offers play-based learning programs guided by the Early Years Learning Framework, with engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments designed to encourage exploration, creativity, and discovery. It has a supportive and collaborative team culture focused on quality outcomes for children and families, and is an inclusive environment where children, families, and educators feel valued, respected, and connected. It is conveniently located close to schools, shops, and local community services. At Goodstart Nambour – City View Terrace, you'll have the opportunity to lead a passionate team committed to helping children thrive while building a positive and sustainable centre culture.

Requirements

  • Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education (or working towards)
  • Experience leading and managing change within education, health, or community services
  • Experience delivering integrated early childhood services in areas of disadvantage
  • Strong commercial acumen with financial and operational performance management experience
  • Proven leadership capability and ability to inspire and develop teams
  • Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform
  • Valid working with children check

Responsibilities

  • Deliver our bespoke learning program developed in collaboration with global leaders in pedagogical practice
  • Build and mentor a talented team of early learning professionals
  • Foster a culture of reflective practice and continuous improvement
  • Lead centre operations, compliance, quality, and performance
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with children, families, and community stakeholders
  • Plan for the future success of the centre by building attendance and maintaining a sustainable business
  • Drive high-quality outcomes for children and families

Benefits

  • Competitive pay package with salaries at least 12% above award
  • Up to 50% childcare discount
  • Up to 6 weeks paid parental leave
  • Salary packaging benefits available
  • Paid professional development
  • Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave each year
  • Free annual flu shot (optional)
  • Option to purchase additional leave for greater work-life balance
  • First Nations Support and Cultural Leave
  • Retail discounts on insurance, travel and technology
  • Uniform allowance
  • Employee referral program
  • Access to external professional supervision (eligibility applies)
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