The Role

Centacare Catholic Community Services is looking for a skilled and forward-thinking leader to join us as the Centacare Institute Manager.

The Centacare Institute is a well-regarded Registered Training Organisation (RTO 1004) that delivers high-quality, trauma-informed and culturally responsive training for South Australia's growing community services workforce.

In this role, you’ll lead all areas of the Institute’s work—from training delivery and workforce development to compliance, partnerships, and business growth. With a strong focus on sustainability and expansion, you'll guide the Institute into its next chapter, helping shape the future of education in the community services sector.

Key responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to strengthen the Institute’s reputation and reach across the sector
• Expand accredited and non-accredited training aligned with current and emerging community needs
• Drive business development to ensure long-term sustainability and impact
• Lead the development of innovative school-based programs in partnership with key stakeholders, including an AFL club
• Oversee RTO compliance and continuous improvement in line with the VET Quality Framework
• Centralise and lead the delivery of internal training across Centacare
• Manage and develop a high-performing team committed to inclusive, learner-centred practice

What you’ll bring:

• TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (or successor)
• Extensive experience in the RTO sector, including compliance, quality assurance and training delivery
• Demonstrated leadership and the ability to scale and sustain high-quality education programs
• Deep understanding of the community services landscape, including workforce development needs
• Experience leading diverse teams, including those with lived experience
• A business-focused mindset with the ability to respond creatively to emerging opportunities

Bonus:

• Tertiary qualification in education, community services or a related field
• Experience in peer-led training, blended/online learning and project management
• Understanding of trauma-informed and culturally safe education and training principles

Please see attached the Position Description for full details before applying.

Prior to receiving a formal offer of employment with Centacare, the following documents must be provided for this role:

• Driver’s licence
• Valid Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Evidence of right to work in Australia
• 100 points of identification

Why work for Centacare:

• Permanent, on-going Full-Time position
• Company provided vehicle & City cark parking space
• Salary negotiable based on qualifications and experience 
• Generous salary packaging to help increase your take home pay
• Meal and entertainment card option available
• High performing, goal focused, collaborative & supportive team environment
• Longstanding and reputable organisation 
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 6 weeks parental leave for primary carer and 2 weeks for secondary carer
• Health insurance discounts with Bupa

Who we are

Each year, we support more than 30,000 people through community services in metropolitan and regional South Australia, operating within a strong ethical framework. We are client focused and provide support regardless of race, economic circumstance, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious belief or ethnic background. Centacare is a Child Safe, Quality Accredited Organisation and is a registered NDIS provider. We value the uniqueness of individuals, we consult, collaborate and operate with integrity and professionalism. Centacare is committed to cultivating a harmonious workplace free from harassment and discrimination. Equal opportunity principles align with our mission, vision and values. We believe that treating our workers fairly has a positive impact on our clients and maintains our reputation as a great place to work.

To learn more about us, click on the link -Centacare Catholic Family Services - Our Story

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter (as one document) outlining how you meet the requirements of this role as outlined in the position description. To access the position description or submit your application click on the Apply button.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity please contact Dr Jonathon Louth,

Director, Strategy, Research and Innovation on 0417 850 335.

Closing date:

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible; applications will be shortlisted as received and the job advertisement may close without notice. 

Applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

With respect, no agencies please.