Early Childhood Centre Manager
3 days ago
Centre Manager - Embracia Moonee Valley - Early Learning Centre - Located in Avondale Heights
Leadership | Vision | Purpose | Future Intergenerational Innovation
About Us
At Embracia, we're more than just a childcare service — we're a family-owned organisation passionate about creating exceptional environments for children to learn, grow and thrive. Our Avondale Heights centre is a 120-place service that values strong relationships with our educators, families, and the wider community.
We are proud to be growing in both early childhood and aged care, with intergenerational learning — an innovative model that will set our service apart in the years ahead.
The Role
We are seeking a passionate, experienced and values-driven Centre Manager to lead our service with integrity, vision, and a strong commitment to Early Childhood Education and Care.
This is more than just a leadership role — it's a rare opportunity to shape the future of a centre, inspire a positive team culture, and deliver meaningful outcomes for children, families, and staff.
About You
You are a confident, capable and emotionally intelligent leader with:
- Diploma or Bachelor of Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent)
- Minimum two years of experience in a leadership capacity in ECEC settings
- Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework, EYLF and VEYLDF
- Current certifications-First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis & Asthma Management, WWCC, Police Check
- Commitment to Child Safety with continuous quality improvement mindset
- Experience in managing rosters, enrolments and regulatory obligations
- Excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills
- Proven ability to lead, guide and uplift a team to achieve positive educational outcomes
Why Embracia?
- Family-Owned Environment — Experience genuine work-life balance without corporate red tape, working for a family business that understands personal needs
- Flexible Leadership Approach — Shape your own management style without rigid corporate structures, creating a balanced workplace culture
- Above Award Salary Package— Competitive remuneration that recognises your leadership qualifications and experience
- Discounted Childcare Fees — Significant family savings through staff childcare fee reductions
- Ongoing Professional Development — Investment in your career growth through training and leadership development opportunities
- Purpose-Driven Leadership — Lead a team with meaningful work that creates genuine impact on children's development and community wellbeing
- Innovative Intergenerational Model — Pioneer a unique educational approach that integrates aged care and early learning, setting you apart professionally
- 120-Place Centre — Lead a substantial operation with significant resources and scope for implementation of your educational vision
- Growth Potential — Join a growing organisation expanding in both early childhood and aged care sectors
- Vision Implementation — Rare opportunity to shape service direction and educational programs from a leadership position
- Professional Innovation — Be at the forefront of our upcoming intergenerational education model, an emerging field in early childhood development
To Apply
Apply TODAY. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Please submit your resume and cover letter addressing experience and suitability for the role via SEEK. An application without a cover letter will not be considered.
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