I am a dynamic Centre Manager with a warm, family-focused leadership style. I successfully opened Beach Kids Early Learning & Preschool Chinderah in 2022 from the ground up. Achieving full occupancy within 15 months through quality programs, genuine family partnerships, and a positive team culture. Skilled in building trusting relationships and managing staff performance, I inspire educators to deliver excellence in early childhood education while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Proficient in childcare management software.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Centre Manager
Beach Kids Early Learning & Preschool
09.2022 - Current
Build and maintain strong, respectful relationships with families and the local community.
Communicate effectively with families regarding their children's development, wellbeing, and the centre's operations.
Promote the service within the community to strengthen partnerships and enrolments.
Ensure a safe, healthy and inclusive environment for children, families and staff.
Oversee implementation of health, safety and emergency management procedures.
Foster a positive, inclusive and professional team culture.
Lead, motivate, inspire and support a team of educators to deliver excellence in early childhood education and care.
Ensure staffing levels meet ratio and qualification requirements
Manage staff recruitment, induction, performance, and professional development.
Oversee daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the centre.
Maintain compliance with all legislative, regulatory and company standards.
Manage enrolments, occupancy, budgets, and financial targets.
Ensure high standards of safety, cleanliness, and presentation of the centre.
Support and guide the educational leader and teaching teams in implementing the EYLF and service philosophy.
Lead continuous improvement in line with the NQS.
Prepare for and participate in Assessment & Rating.
Centre Manager
Little Grommets Early Learning Centre
01.2020 - 08.2022
As above previous job description for Centre Manager Beach Kids.
Teacher Aide
Marymount Primary School
01.2012 - 12.2017
Support students' social, emotional, and behavioural development.
Encourage positive attitudes, confidence, and independence.
Assisted teachers in implementing lesson plans and supporting classroom activities.
Developed and maintained positive relationships with students to foster a supportive learning environment.
Facilitated small group instruction to reinforce core curriculum concepts and enhance student understanding.
Monitored student progress, providing feedback and encouragement to promote academic growth.
Support students who require additional assistance with literacy, numeracy, or behaviour.
Assistant Director
Pandas Childcare Centre
01.2004 - 12.2010
Support the Centre Manager in leading and motivating the team.
Act as the RP in the Centre Manager's absence.
Assist with staff mentoring, training, and performance feedback.
Assist with the day-to-day running of the service, ensuring smooth operations.
Manage enrolments and rostering
Maintain accurate documentation, compliance records, and reporting.
Trained and mentored staff on best practices in child development and care.
Enhanced parent communication through regular updates and feedback sessions.
Education
Advanced Diploma in Early Childhood Education - Childcare
Kings Christian College
Reedy Creek QLD
03-2014
Skills
Warm, approachable, and family focused leadership style
Calm under pressure and solution oriented
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Building trusting relationships with families, staff, and the community
Handling parent concerns with empathy and professionalism
Inspiring and motivating a diverse team of educators
Providing mentorship, coaching, and constructive feedback
Managing staff performance, rosters, and professional development
Overseeing daily operations and ensuring smooth centre functioning
Strong time management and ability to prioritise completing tasks
Maintaining compliance with all licencing and health/safety requirements
Competent with childcare management software (eg Kidsoft, Xplor and OWNA)
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Certification
Advance Diploma of Children's Services
Working With Children Check
Current First Aid & CPR
Anaphylactic Training
Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
Child Protection Training
All About Allergens training certificate
Timeline
Centre Manager
Beach Kids Early Learning & Preschool
09.2022 - Current
Centre Manager
Little Grommets Early Learning Centre
01.2020 - 08.2022
Teacher Aide
Marymount Primary School
01.2012 - 12.2017
Assistant Director
Pandas Childcare Centre
01.2004 - 12.2010
Advanced Diploma in Early Childhood Education - Childcare
Student Early Childhood Educator at Maitland Kids Preschool and Early Learning CentreStudent Early Childhood Educator at Maitland Kids Preschool and Early Learning Centre