Centre Manager

Overview

Aspire Early Education is coming to Tarneit Unity Park. We are looking for an experienced Centre Manager with a high level of business acumen to lead our brand-new Tarneit Unity Park Centre. This is a full-time role with a salary of $47,000 to $50,000 per year (open to negotiating).

Connect, Learn & Grow with Aspire. Our mission is to shape a positive future for children through our Grow, Learn, and Connect curriculum, with emphasis on family and community engagement, and cultivating a love of learning in everyone.

Why Aspire?

• Beautiful state-of-the-art centre and resources
• Access to an Employment Assistance Program (EAP) available 24/7
• 50% gap fee discount for your own children in care
• Paid Birthday Leave each year
• Ongoing professional development and networking opportunities
• Supportive culture and management team
• Attractive pay and benefits
• Growing organisation with clear career growth and progression

Opportunity & Responsibilities

As a Centre Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day activities of the centre, encompassing staff management, budget oversight, and effective communication with families, employees, and internal stakeholders. You will work in partnership with our Assistant Centre Manager and Head of Curriculum to lead a high-performing team, striving to provide the highest quality care and education for all children, families, staff, and the community. You will ensure a smooth and safe child & family experience while nurturing a positive and inclusive culture that encourages collaboration.

About You

• Degree OR Diploma in Early Childhood Education & Care
• Minimum 2 years' Centre Manager experience
• Previous experience in leading a startup/brand-new centre is highly regarded
• Strong background in driving change and leading new services
• In-depth knowledge of Children's Services Regulations and National Quality Standards
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Skilled in leading, inspiring, and motivating teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Passionate, enthusiastic, and strongly committed to high-quality care
• Current Working with Children Check, Police Check, First Aid, Asthma & Anaphylaxis training, Food Safety Supervisor certificate

Core Values

• Inspiring & Nurturing
  We are committed to creating environments where children feel inspired to explore, learn, and grow. Through care, encouragement, and innovative education, we nurture the potential of every child, inspiring them to embrace their own unique path.
• Building Trust
  Trust is the cornerstone of all meaningful relationships. We prioritise open communication, transparency, and reliability in our partnerships with families, our people, and communities, ensuring we remain a trusted ally in raising and educating children.
• Empowering Excellence
  We believe in igniting excellence in our people by creating opportunities for growth, learning, and achievement. By investing in our educators and employees, we foster a culture of continuous improvement that directly impacts the quality of care and education we provide.
• Connecting Communities
  We are passionate about building strong, connected communities where children and families thrive together. Through collaboration, shared purpose, and a commitment to making a difference, we strengthen the bonds that unite us, creating a brighter future for all.

Our Commitment

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 risks in both the physical and online environments. We value diversity in the workplace and are an equal opportunity employer. We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating a sense of belonging for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Business Development and Sales

Industries

• Individual and Family Services

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