Centre Manager

Generous staff incentives and remuneration: We pay a generous above award salary 70% staff childcare discounts for all management team, all expenses paid social gatherings, $100 yearly birthday vouchers, Christmas gifts plus uniforms are provided

Fun budget: Little Lane dedicates a generous budget annually to provide opportunities for our staff to go to an all expenses paid social hang out and do team building activities together multiple times throughout the year

Bonuses: Generous annual bonuses based on quality and occupancy targets

Ongoing professional development: Ongoing training, learning and leadership opportunities for all staff.

Job security: This role is a full-time position, Monday - Friday.

Great culture: Be part of a caring and respectful team, that bands together to ensure everyone feels appreciated.

About us:

Since Little Lane Early Learning Centre's launch in Melbourne in 2018, we have been providing quality early childhood education and care to the local community. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for children and families whilst delivering a unique Kindergarten Program that focuses on children's strengths and interests.

Little Lane's Montessori Children's House is a new service that has just opened September 2025 and operates within long day care hours to support the families and children of Doncaster, Melbourne, and surrounding areas.

The Role

Little Lane Montessori Children's House - Doncaster is seeking an experienced Montessori leader, to guide, inspire and drive the Montessori Principles and Practices that underpin the operation of a large Montessori community. You would hold a relevant Early Years Montessori qualification and have a passion and commitment to driving authentic Montessori practices. Experience in establishing a new service or set up is favoured, as is the drive and ambition to bring together a team of committed Montessorians in developing this new community.

As the Centre Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of the service, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and regulations. Your primary focus will be on leading, mentoring, and developing your team, while promoting best practices, driving continuous improvement, and engaging with the local community. In return, you will become part of an organization that values your expertise and empowers you to excel in your role. We are genuinely committed to investing in our team and will offer you the tools, training, and support needed in to be successful in your new position.

Skills & Experience

Hold a Diploma in Montessori (0-3 or 3-6)

Hold a Diploma of Children's Services or higher

Current Working with Children Check (VIC)

First Aid/CPR/Asthma/Anaphylaxis certificates.

Must have at least 3 years' experience in a similar position.

Be able to establish and foster positive relationships with both families and staff.

Be an effective communicator and have excellent time management skills.

Familiarity with the Early Years Learning Framework, Childcare Act and Regulations, NQF, NQS and VEYLDF

Experience with Assessment and Rating

Experience with Opening a new service or Montessori Children's House would be an advantage

Key Responsibilities:

Establish strong relationships with families and the community.

Manage the performance and success of your centre.

Oversee daily operations, including budgets, wages, rostering, and occupancy.

Lead, coach, develop, and support the professional growth of your team.

Advocate for the rights of every child within your centre.

Implement and evaluate quality programs that support the development of all children.

Maintain a high level of health and safety standards at all times.

Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations.

For further information about this new and exciting development please visit Avenues Montessori

How to apply:

All expressions of interest are to be accompanied by a cover letter outlining your interest in working within Little Lane's Montessori Children's House and a copy of your Curriculum Vitae.

Please note due to the high level of interest, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Salary match
• Number of applicants
• Skills match

Your application will include the following questions:

• How many years' experience do you have as a centre manager?
• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
• Do you have professional child care experience?
• Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework?
• Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the National Quality Framework?