OSHC Centre Manager

2 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Big Childcare Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year
Centre Managers – Before & After School Care | Multiple Locations (North West Melbourne)

North West Melbourne | Full-Time – 38 hrs/week | On-Site

Family-Owned Business | Leadership Opportunity | Career Progression


About the Role

Big Childcare is seeking experienced and committed Centre Managers to lead our services across Melbourne's North West region.

These full-time roles (38 hours/week) require you to be on-site and working in-ratio during operational hours, with additional time allocated for administration, rostering, compliance and program planning.

We're looking for reliable professionals who genuinely want to grow their careers, contribute to their teams, and deliver quality care to school-aged children. Please apply only if you're serious about the opportunity—we value time and mutual respect.

Hours of Work

  • Before School Care: 6:30am – 8:30am
  • After School Care: 3:00pm – 6:15pm
  • Vacation Care (School Holidays): Additional shifts available

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the day-to-day operations of the service
  • Provide direct care during before and after school sessions
  • Manage staffing, rostering, compliance, and program documentation
  • Coach and mentor team members for future leadership roles
  • Foster strong relationships with families, school partners, and staff

What You'll Need to Be Successful

Qualification

  • A Diploma or higher in a relevant field (e.g., Children's Services, Early Childhood Education, OSHC, Youth Work, etc.)

Checks & Certificates

  • A current Working With Children Check (Employee)
  • A National Police Check issued within the last 6 months (or willingness to obtain one)
  • A valid Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
  • Completion of Child Protection Training (or willingness to complete prior to commencement)

Personal Attributes

  • Genuine passion for working with school-aged children
  • Strong leadership, organisation, and communication skills
  • Commitment to your team, families, and the role
  • Reliability, integrity, and a proactive mindset
  • Minimum 6-12 months of management or leadership experience
  • Minimum 2+ years of childcare or OSHC experience
  • Australian work rights are required for this position

Why Join Big Childcare?

  • Family-owned business with over 14 years in operation
  • Trusted and respected in the OSHC space, growing steadily through word of mouth
  • Strong focus on partnerships with schools that reflect shared values
  • Child-first philosophy with a strong sense of community
  • Ongoing professional development and access to training and workshops
  • Opportunities for career growth and leadership development

About Us

At Big Childcare, we deliver high-quality Before and After School Care and Vacation Care services across Victoria, New South Wales, and Western Australia. We're proud to support working families and local schools with reliable, community-based care that puts children at the centre of everything we do.

We partner with schools who value community, connection, and collaboration. Our team members are more than staff—they're role models, mentors, and future leaders.

Ready to Apply?

If you're ready to step into a rewarding leadership role, we'd love to hear from you.

Click APPLY NOW and join a team where your skills and passion will truly make a difference.

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