Area manager I Early Childhood (Brisbane I Gold Coast I Upper NSW)
Are you an experienced Area Manager, Regional Manager or Multi Site Centre Director ready to take the next step in your early childhood career?
We are working with a growing early learning provider seeking an exceptional Area Manager to oversee a portfolio of services across Brisbane, Gold Coast and Border NSW
This is an opportunity for a hands-on, people-focused leader who knows what it takes to support Centre Directors, improve performance and create high-quality outcomes for children, families and teams.
About the Role
Reporting to the senior leadership team, you will provide operational leadership across a portfolio of early learning services, supporting Centre Directors and ensuring each service is performing at its best.
You will be responsible for:
Leading and mentoring Centre Directors across multiple services
Driving occupancy, financial performance and operational outcomes
Supporting services to achieve and maintain strong Quality and Compliance outcomes
Building strong relationships with Centre Directors, educators and families
Identifying opportunities for service improvement and growth
Coaching and developing high-performing leadership teams
Supporting recruitment, retention and succession planning
Monitoring compliance with the NQF, NQS, EYLF and relevant legislation
Managing performance and providing practical leadership support
Working closely with senior management to deliver organisational objectives




About You
We are looking for an experienced early childhood leader who can genuinely make a difference.
You will ideally have:
Previous experience as an Area Manager, Regional Manager, Operations Manager or experienced Multi Site Centre Director
Solid knowledge of the Australian Early Childhood sector
Demonstrated experience leading multiple services or senior leadership teams
Strong understanding of the NQF, NQS, EYLF and regulatory requirements
A proven ability to improve service performance and support Centre Directors
Excellent communication, relationship-building and leadership skills
A commercial mindset combined with a genuine passion for quality outcomes
The ability to work autonomously while contributing to a wider leadership team
What's on Offer?
Attractive salary package + superannuation
Fully maintained company vehicle
All vehicle expenses covered by the company, including fuel, servicing, registration and insurance
Performance incentives
Supportive senior leadership team
Genuine career progression
Opportunity to influence multiple services
A role where your leadership will make a measurable difference
Join an organisation focused on quality, people and growth
Ready for Your Next Move?
If you are an experienced early childhood leader looking for a role where you can lead, influence and make a real impact across multiple services, we would love to hear from you.
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📌 Area Manager L Brisbane I Gold Coast I Upper Nsw
🏢 Earlyhood Executive Recruitment
📍 Brisbane