Lead a passionate team and make a lasting impact at our vibrant Goodstart Nerang Centre – where your leadership will shape the future of early learning.

Are you an experienced early learning professional ready to elevate your career, refine your leadership skills, and drive a thriving business? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

As a Centre Director at Goodstart, you’ll be at the heart of our leadership team, playing a pivotal role in supporting and developing the Teachers and Educators in your centre. You'll build strong, meaningful relationships with children, families, and communities, fully embracing the profound impact of your role in their lives.

In this role, you will:

Deliver our bespoke learning program developed in collaboration with global leaders in pedagogical practice

Build and encourage a talented team of early learning professionals, sharing your knowledge and contributing to a culture of reflective practice and ongoing improvement

Work with your team to plan for the future of your centre, building the attendance pipeline and maintaining a revenue-generating business

About Goodstart Nerang | Lead a Welcoming, Well-established Centre

Prime Location with Easy Access: Conveniently located off the M1 at Exit 79, our centre offers stress-free drop-offs and pick-ups for busy families. We’re within walking distance to William Duncan and Worongary State Schools, and close to Highland Park shops and medical services—making us a practical choice for the local community.

Catering for Children from Nursery to Kindergarten: Our centre has five learning rooms, each designed to meet the unique needs of children aged 6 weeks to 5 years.

Experienced, Long-Standing Team: Goodstart Nerang is a well-established service, supported by a team of highly experienced and dedicated educators. We place strong emphasis on emotional well-being, guiding children to become confident, resilient learners.

Beautiful Natural Outdoor Spaces: Our centre boasts a large, shady outdoor environment with sandpits, a cubby house fort, and plenty of space to encourage physical exploration and connection with nature. The outdoor area supports learning through play while promoting sustainability and wellbeing.

Dedicated Kindergarten Courtyard: Our Kindergarten program includes a secure and private courtyard, allowing our Early Childhood Teacher to deliver an engaging indoor/outdoor curriculum every day. This ensures a rich and stimulating environment that helps prepare children for school and life beyond.

Community and Connection: With a strong reputation and trusted presence in the local area, we take pride in creating a welcoming, inclusive, and collaborative culture for families, children, and our team alike.

We’re looking for an experienced and energetic Centre Director to lead our passionate team and continue building strong relationships with families and the community.

What Goodstart can offer you?

At least 12% above the award rate

Up to 50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave

Tax benefits through salary packaging

Paid professional development

Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year

Free annual flu shot (optional)

Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance

First Nations Support and Cultural Leave

Retail discounts on insurance, travel and technology

Uniform allowance and employee referral program

We are an equal-opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment. We support and encourage individual growth and strong teams made up of Goodstarters from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences.

We are deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel connected and have a strong sense of belonging. By weaving Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives through all that we do, we aim to build knowledge and deeper cultural awareness and understanding of our First Nations people and culture for all.

Safety is our priority and we will take any action necessary to ensure that all children can feel safe and be safe, and are safeguarded from abuse, neglect and harm. As a Child Safe Organisation, all of our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check.