Job Description
Mike Reynolds Early Childhood Centre is a not-for-profit, community-based service where children, families, and educators are at the heart of everything we do.
We've been supporting Townsville families since ****, and we're proud of the robust sense of community that has grown around our centre over the years.
With four long day care rooms and a purpose-built Kindergarten, our service offers a unique and welcoming environment, including our much-loved Banyan Tree, which sits at the centre of daily life here.
We are currently looking for a passionate and capable Centre Manager / Assistant Director to join our team.
This is a key leadership role responsible for the day-to-day operations of the service, including supporting staff, overseeing routines and programming, maintaining strong communication with families, and ensuring smooth operational systems.
The role also includes responsibilities as Educational Leader and provides direct supervision and support to our Lead Educators.
If you're someone who values community, enjoys building meaningful relationships, and wants to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and families, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
Overall leadership and day-to-day management of the service
Ensuring compliance with the National Quality Framework (NQF)



and relevant state legislation
Leading, mentoring, and retaining a committed staff team
Financial oversight including budgeting, fee management, and reporting
Occupancy management, enrolments, and family engagement
Driving continuous improvement and service quality outcomes
Professional reporting and communication with governance representatives
About You
Strong working knowledge of the NQS, National Law, and Regulations
Confident operating in established services with evolving systems
Demonstrated people leadership and sound professional judgement
High level of discretion, integrity, and communication skill
Qualifications & Requirements
Approved Early Childhood qualification
Proven experience as a Centre Manager/ Assistant Director role in early learning
Current QLDB Blue Card (or ability to obtain)
First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis, and Asthma Management (or willingness to update)
Benefits & Conditions
9-day fortnight, or
10 working days per fortnight during school hours
Above-award remuneration, reflective of experience
Paid lunch breaks
Christmas holiday service closure
Focus on staff wellbeing and long-term retention
Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
*Conditions apply.
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📌 Centre Manager/ Assistant Director (Townsville)
🏢 Mike Reynolds Early Childhood Centre
📍 Townsville