Centre Manager- Armstrong Creek

Aspire Early Education

Location: Armstrong Creek, Geelong VIC

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Centre Manager with strong leadership and business acumen to lead our established team and drive excellence at our Aspire Armstrong Creek 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 Armstrong Creek is a well-established childcare and kindergarten centre located in the heart of Armstrong Creek. Nestled within the thriving community, the centre is just minutes from Armstrong Creek School, local parks, and family-friendly amenities.

Our Armstrong Creek centre is staffed by an experienced team of dedicated and qualified educators, committed to delivering exceptional early education and care. We pride ourselves on working closely with families to accommodate individual needs and provide personalised support for each child. Our educators bring strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework, ensuring every child is given the opportunity to thrive.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly experienced and confident Centre Manager to lead our Armstrong Creek service. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and results-driven leader who thrives in a supportive and community-focused environment. Immediate availability to join the team is preferred.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a high-performing team to deliver exceptional care and education
• Oversee daily centre operations including compliance, enrolments, staffing, and budgets
• Build strong, lasting relationships with families, educators, and local community stakeholders
• Drive quality improvement and support ongoing professional development of the team
• Maintain high standards in line with the National Quality Framework and Aspire's values

Why Aspire?

• Beautiful state-of-the-art centre and resources
• Access to an Employment Assistance Program (EAP) available 24/7
• Access to an 85% gap fee discount on childcare fees at any Aspire Early Education centre
• Paid Birthday Leave
• Opportunities for professional development and networking
• Supportive culture and management team
• Attractive pay and benefits
• Growing organisation with opportunities for career growth and progression

About You

• Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma in Children's Services
• Minimum 2 years previous Centre Manager experience
• Previous experience in driving change
• Experience in setting up and opening a new service (desirable)
• Knowledge and understanding of Children's Services Regulations and National Quality Standards
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong leadership and team motivation skills
• Excellent communication skills (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

Core Values and Principles

• Inspiring & Nurturing – Creating environments where children feel inspired to explore, learn, and grow.
• Building Trust – Prioritising open communication, transparency, and reliability.
• Empowering Excellence – Investing in our people to ignite growth, learning, and achievement.
• Connecting Communities – Building strong, connected communities where children and families thrive together.

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.