Centre Director - Busy Bees at Burpengary East

Centre Director

Busy Bees Early Learning Australia – Burpengary East, QLD

Lead. Inspire. Grow.

Busy Bees at Burpengary East is seeking a passionate and experienced Centre Director to lead our service and team to excellence. This is an exciting opportunity for a strong leader who is committed to high-quality early education, team development, and building meaningful relationships with families and the local community.

🐝 About the Role

As Centre Director, you will be responsible for the overall leadership, operations, and performance of the service. You will drive a positive culture, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver exceptional outcomes for children, families, and your team.

🧩 Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of educators to deliver high-quality education and care
• Ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework (NQF) and all regulatory requirements
• Manage centre operations including occupancy, budgets, and financial performance
• Build strong relationships with families and the local community
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and professional development of staff
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for children

🎯 About You

• Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education (or ACECQA-approved equivalent)
• Previous experience in a leadership role within early childhood (Centre Director or Assistant Director)
• Strong knowledge of the EYLF, NQS, and relevant legislation
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage performance, and drive occupancy
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Current Working with Children Check (QLD Blue Card)

🌟 Why Join Busy Bees?

• Competitive salary package + performance incentives
• Ongoing professional development and leadership support
• Access to national support network and resources
• Career progression opportunities across a growing organisation
• Employee benefits including wellbeing programs and discounts
• A supportive, values-driven culture focused on quality and care

📍 About the Centre

Busy Bees at Burpengary East is a vibrant, modern service committed to providing nurturing, high-quality early learning experiences. You’ll be leading a dedicated team in a growing community with strong family engagement.

📩 Apply Now

If you’re ready to take the next step in your leadership career and make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Why Work for Busy Bees?
If you’re passionate about early learning, Busy Bees is the place to be. Although we are part of a global organisation, our company was founded by three families looking for better, more enriching childcare. Three decades later, we still keep the same values at heart.

We know that we couldn’t do what we do without the important people in our teams. We invest in our people and work with them to build career pathways that inspire.