Job Description
Are you a confident and values-driven leader ready to lead an Exceeding-rated early education service where quality, safety and family experience are non-negotiables?
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We are seeking an experienced Centre Manager to lead our original and established Canopy Early Education service in the heart of Milton. This is a rare opportunity to lead a centre recognised as Exceeding the National Quality Standard - an achievement reached by only around 7% of early education services nationally.
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You will join a growing group committed to exceptional outcomes for children, families and educators, with a strong focus on quality, child safety, team culture and performance.
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About the Role
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Lead and champion a continuing gold-standard family and staff experience in our well-established centre
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Lead the overall operations, program delivery, performance, and impact of the centre
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Drive quality improvement and Assessment & Rating readiness
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Manage occupancy, enrolments, and financial performance
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Build reputation and robust relationships with families and the local community
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Lead, coach and develop a team of great educators and leaders
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Ensure compliance with National Law, Regulations, and NQS
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Embed and champion a strong Child Safe Framework across all practices
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Child Safety & Safeguarding
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Lead and promote a child safe culture where children's voices are heard and respected
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Ensure the service aligns with the Child Safe Standards and relevant state legislation
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Oversee robust risk management, supervision, and safe environments
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Ensure all staff understand and meet their mandatory reporting obligations
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Embed safeguarding practices into daily operations, decision-making, and team behaviours
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About You
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Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education (ACECQA approved)
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At least three years' experience as a Centre Manager
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Strong knowledge of NQS, EYLF, National Law & Regulations
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Demonstrated experience embedding child safe practices and safeguarding frameworks
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Proven ability to lead teams, build relationships, and drive performance outcomes
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Experience managing occupancy, budgets, and KPIs
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A leadership style that is supportive, collaborative, accountable, and outcomes-focused
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What's on Offer
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Competitive salary package including worker retention grant
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Supportive and experienced leadership team
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Autonomy to lead and shape your service
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Ongoing professional development and career progression
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Opportunity to make a genuine impact on children's safety and wellbeing
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Your application will include the following questions:
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Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
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How many years' experience do you have as a centre manager?
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Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the National Quality Framework?
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Have you completed a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care?
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Have you completed a Bachelor of Education - Early Childhood?
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📌 Centre Manager (Queensland)
🏢 Canopy Community
📍 Queensland