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Early Education Centre Director
Multiple Locations Across Brisbane Full-Time | Permanent | Lead With Purpose

Are you an inspiring early childhood leader who's passionate about building exceptional learning environments? Do you thrive in a role where you can shape culture, uplift pedagogy, and drive operational excellence?
At CEEC, we're looking for a Centre Director who brings strong operational capability and a deep appreciation that great leadership influences every aspect of our community: the culture we create, the quality we deliver, the relationships we build, and each child's early sense of belonging.
Catholic Early EdCare (CEEC) is expanding, and we're seeking experienced and emerging Centre Directors to lead our Early Learning services. These roles give you the opportunity to guide high-performing teams, strengthen practice, and deliver outstanding education and care to children and families across Queensland.

�� About Catholic Early EdCare (CEEC)
CEEC is one of Queensland's reputable and prestigious early education providers — with 135 centres and growing, spanning Long Day Care, Kindergarten, and OSHC services.
What sets us apart?

We hold ourselves to the highest standards of pedagogy, practice, and operational efficiency.
We invest heavily in educator development, leadership capability, and consistent practice uplift — ensuring every centre can deliver learning and care of the highest quality.
As we continue to grow, we are searching for leaders who can help drive our next chapter.

✨ Be the Heart of Our Service
As Centre Director, you are far more than a manager — you are the steady anchor, the guardian of our culture, and the leader who sets the tone for excellence each day. You will lead with:
Purpose - placing children at the centre of every decision. Warmth - fostering trust, genuine connection, and meaningful relationships. Courage - approaching challenges with integrity, clarity, and confidence. Vision - championing quality, growth, and continuous improvement.

�� What You'll Be Doing
In this leadership role, you will:

• Lead all aspects of centre operations and quality
• Build and nurture an exceptional, highly committed team.
• Strengthen meaningful relationships with children, families, and the wider community.
• Ensure safe, high-quality environments and best-practice standards every day.
• Lead curriculum excellence and champion a culture of reflective practice.
• Drive occupancy growth and demonstrate strong financial stewardship.
• Foster a collaborative culture that prioritises wellbeing and shared purpose.
• Embed CEEC's values and child-safty commitments into everyday practice.

 
⭐ What We're Looking For

• Proven experience leading an early education service
• A Diploma or Degree in Early Childhood Education
• Have strong working knowledge of NQS, NQF and quality practice
• Ensure safe, high-quality environments and practices
• Kind, courageous leadership that builds trust and strengthens capability.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and relationship-building skills.
• A deep commitment to child safety and cultural safety.
• Are committed to providing exceptional outcomes for children and families

 
�� Why Join CEEC?

• A supportive, values-driven organisation
• Leadership pathways and ongoing professional development
• Excellent salary
• Exceptional benefits: discounted private health insurance, novated lease, discounts at 500+ retailers and holiday homes
• 95% discount on early education and care fees
• Work within a large, growing organisation with strong support systems
• Be part of a mission that genuinely changes lives

Our Commitment to Keeping our Staff and Children Safe Catholic Early EdCare is dedicated to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children in its care and maintains a zero-tolerance approach to any form of abuse. The protection of children is our highest priority. To uphold this commitment, we conduct referee checks and criminal history screenings as part of our recruitment process, and all employees working with children must hold a current Queensland Working with Children Check (Blue Card). Catholic Early EdCare is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage applications from all individuals, including those from diverse backgrounds.

Ready to Lead with Purpose?
We'd love to hear your story.
Click Apply Now or reach out for a confidential conversation and begin your CEEC leadership pathway.

Join CEEC in shaping bright futures — for children, families, and the educators who grow with us.
 

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