Centre Manager

$45 – $50 per hour (open to negotiation)

We are looking for an experienced centre manager with a high level of business acumen and the skills to lead our new Huntly centre

Connect, Learn & Grow with Aspire

At Aspire, our mission is to shape a positive future for children through our Grow, Learn, and Connect curriculum. This vision extends beyond our classrooms to include our team, families, and the broader community. We prioritise family and community engagement, striving to inspire a love of learning in everyone.

About the Centre

Aspire Early Education and Kindergarten Huntly is an upcoming centre located in the regional suburb of Huntly in Northern Bendigo. Located on Waratah Road, Aspire Huntly is in close proximity to our Aspire Huntly Village centre and is close to local parks and Huntly Primary School.

The Opportunity & Responsibilities

As a Centre Manager, you will overseethe day-to-day activities of the Centre, encompassing staff management, budget oversight, and effective communication with families, employees & internal stakeholders.

You will lead a high performing team to strive for and provide the highest quality care and education for all children, families, staff and the community. As a Centre Manager, you will ensure a smooth and safe child & family experience and nurture a positive and inclusive culture that encourages collaboration.

About you

Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma in Children's services

Must have minimum 2 years previous Centre Manager experience

Ideally will have had experience in setting up and opening a new service

Knowledge and understanding of Children's Services Regulations and National Quality Standards

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Lead, inspire and motivate a team of educators

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

Passion, enthusiasm and a strong commitment to high quality care

Current Working with Children check, Police Check, First-Aid Certificate, Asthma and Anaphylaxis training, Food Safety Supervisor certificate

Why Aspire?

Beautiful state of the art centre and resources

Access to an Employment Assistance Program (EAP) that is available 24/7

Access a 85% gap fee discount on childcare fees at our regional Aspire Early Education centres

Opportunities for professional development and networking

Supportive culture and management team

Attractive pay and benefits

Growing organisation with opportunities for career growth and progression

If you share our vision and want to join our community, we encourage you to apply.

At Aspire Early Education and Kindergarten, we're committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment that promotes child safety, well-being, participation, empowerment, cultural safety, and awareness for all children, including those with disabilities and from culturally diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and communities. Aspire Early Education and Kindergarten has a zero tolerance of child abuse and a duty of care to prevent and minimise child abuse risks in both the physical and online environments.

Aspire Early Education and Kindergarten values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress.
We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.

Salary match Number of applicants Skills match

Your application will include the following questions:How many years of people management experience do you have? How many years' experience do you have as a centre manager? Do you have professional child care experience? Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the National Quality Framework? Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? Do you hold a current Food Safety Supervisor certificate? Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check? Have you completed a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care?

At Aspire Early Education & Kindergarten, we strive to provide high quality education and care, delivered by professional passionate educators. Each child's journey is unique, and we tailor every early childhood journey to each child's individual needs.

We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional childcare services throughout Melbourne and its surroundings, and at our first centre in WA, Baldivis. Established in Victoria in 2017, we currently have over 27 operational centres and have a pipeline of a further 30 centres to be rolled out over the next 2-3 years.

Join our team and be a part of our journey

At Aspire Early Education & Kindergarten, we strive to provide high quality education and care, delivered by professional passionate educators. Each child's journey is unique, and we tailor every early childhood journey to each child's individual needs.

We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional childcare services throughout Melbourne and its surroundings, and at our first centre in WA, Baldivis. Established in Victoria in 2017, we currently have over 27 operational centres and have a pipeline of a further 30 centres to be rolled out over the next 2-3 years.

Join our team and be a part of our journey

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