Childcare Centre Manager

1 week ago


Camberwell, Australia Explorers Early Learning Full time

Attractive Salary + Additional Incentives
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Full time opportunity | Off-the-floor, leadership role

**The Opportunity**:
Step into a leadership role where your impact goes beyond just managing a centre - as the Centre Director at Explorers Surrey Hills
- Elgar Road, you’ll shape the future of early education With the full support of a passionate team and our dynamic operations department, you'll be at the heart of a thriving, nurturing community. Lead with purpose and create a positive, supportive environment where team members and children alike can flourish.

**In this exciting role, you will**:

- Inspire and lead the daily operations of a vibrant early learning centre
- Build powerful connections with team members, families, and the wider community
- Champion our Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum, supporting the team to bring it to life
- Ensure top-tier compliance, aligned with industry regulations and our values
- Foster an uplifting culture, where everyone feels valued and motivated
- Advocate for child safety and ensure positive learning outcomes for every child

You’ll also enjoy the strong guidance of your off-the-floor Director-in-Training, Educational Leader, and a dedicated operations team every step of the way.

**Centre Highlights**:
Conveniently located off Elgar Road and just a short drive from the main street, you’ll find our beautiful early learning Centre. Our Centre is purpose-built over two storeys with nine rooms, beautifully landscaped outdoor play areas, interactive learning spaces, state-of-the-art commercial kitchen and a central piazza for collaboration with children from across the Centre.

**Our Benefits**:
Step into a role with perks that support you, both personally and professionally:

- **Competitive, Above-Award Salary** + Additional Incentives*
- **Generous Discount on Childcare Fees**:

- **Onsite Parking** for convenience
- **Ongoing Professional Development to fuel your growth**:

- **Culture Club Events** to bring fun and connection to your work life
- **Annual Awards Party** to celebrate your accomplishments
- **Employee Assistance Program (EAP)** for support when you need it

**What You Bring**:
You’re ready to make an impact with:

- A Diploma (or higher) in Early Childhood Education
- 5+ years of early childhood experience, with at least 3 years in management
- Skills in budget management, rostering, and compliance documentation
- Knowledge of the Reggio Emilia approach and strong familiarity with EYLF and NQS
- First Aid, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis Training
- A Valid Working with Children Check (Employee) and Mandatory Reporting

**Why Explorers?**

Explorers Early Learning is family-owned with 20 beautifully designed Centres across Melbourne. Our purpose-built spaces are crafted to inspire curiosity and deliver quality early education. We’re committed to your growth, offering a clear career path in a supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking environment.
Explorers is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal, and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.
- T&Cs apply.

Join us and be a catalyst for positive change in early childhood education


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