Childcare Centre Manager
2 weeks ago
Above Award Salary + additional incentives
- Off-the-floor, leadership role | On-site Parking
- Professional development and training opportunities
**Unleash Your Potential with Us**
**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.
**About our Surrey Hills
- Elgar Road Centre**
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*
- **50% 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
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**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
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**Why Explorers?**
Explorers Early Learning is family-owned with 19 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.
We embrace diversity in all forms and strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, individuals of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, and cultural background.
Join us and be a catalyst for positive change in early childhood education
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