Early Childhood Centre Manager

3 days ago

Ballarat, Victoria, Australia Randstad - Education Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year
Centre Manager | Lead a Thriving Service in Ballarat

Location: Ballarat, VIC

What we offer you

Are you ready to step into a leadership role where you are truly valued? We are looking for an inspiring and dynamic Early Childhood Centre Manager to lead our passionate team in beautiful Ballarat. This is a chance to shape the future of early learning in an exceptional environment.

  • Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 per year.
  • Retention Bonus: 10% educator retention bonus
  • Performance Bonus: Generous bonus structure on top of your salary.
  • Superannuation: Standard 12.5% super contributions.
  • $1,000 Sign on bonus
  • Paid birthday leave & Anniversary gifts
  • The Environment: Lead a service known for its spacious rooms with natural light, sensory pathways, and unique features like a rock climbing wall.
About the Role

As the heart of the service, you will be responsible for the overall operational success and pedagogical leadership of the centre.

  • Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of dedicated educators.
  • Ensure the centre maintains and exceeds the National Quality Standard (NQS).
  • Manage enrolments, budgets, and all administrative tasks.
  • Build strong, positive relationships with children, families, and the wider community.
  • In-depth knowledge of the NQF and the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).
  • Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.
Essential Qualifications and Certificates
  • Diploma of Early Childhood Education & Care or higher ACECQA Approved qualification.
  • Current Working With Children's Check (WWCC).
  • Clear National and/or International Police Check (PC).
  • Current CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis Certificates.
  • Child Protection Training (Mandatory Reporting and Other Obligations Certificate).
Apply Now

If this sounds like the role you have been searching for please feel welcome to apply today or call Emma on or email

Randstad Education is committed to the safety of children and we have a zero tolerance approach to all forms of child abuse or neglect.

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