Centre Manager

6 days ago

Perth, Western Australia Buttercups Childcare Full time $100,000 - $120,000 per year

Build your brighter future with Buttercups Childcare

Are you ready to make a real impact in the lives of children and their families? At Buttercups Childcare, we're not just an independent childcare and early learning service provider – we're a team of passionate educators dedicated to shaping brighter futures. Founded and managed in West Australia, with a commitment to providing exceptional care, we offer the perfect environment to grow your career whilst making a difference every day.

Why choose Buttercups?

  • Competitive salary to reward your hard work.

  • Up to 95% staff discount on childcare fees – because we believe in supporting our team.

  • Mentorship & Support from highly engaged Area Managers to help you succeed.

  • Ongoing professional development to fuel your growth.

  • Team building and staff development events that make work feel like fun

  • Be part of something special: An exciting opportunity to make a difference.

  • Comprehensive induction to immerse you in the Buttercups culture.

Celebrating our educators with the Worker Retention Payment

From the day you start you will receive Buttercups above award wages and the WRP 10%. This payment is a well-earned acknowledgment of the passion, skill, and commitment of our incredible educators.

Your next big opportunity: Centre Manager for our Highgate centre

Ready to take your leadership skills to the next level? We're looking for an experienced leader at our established centre in Highgate to take on a temporary opportunity to cover a parental leave position (initially for 6 months, from the end of September 2025, with a possibility of extension). This is your chance to help build something extraordinary and create a lasting impact.

In this role, you will:

  • Lead, inspire, and support your team to deliver exceptional care.

  • Design and implement a high-quality educational program based on Buttercups Pedagogy Standards.

  • Foster strong, positive relationships with families and the wider community.

  • Participate in the organisation and setting up of the centre, including staff recruitment.

  • Oversee the day-to-day running of the centre with a focus on excellence and compliance.

  • Create a safe, nurturing environment that promotes children's well-being and development.

  • Cultivate a fun, supportive, and inclusive workplace that your team will love.

What you bring to the table:

  • A Bachelor of Education or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or ACECQA approved equivalent.

  • Proven experience in a Centre Manager or 2IC role, showcasing leadership and operational expertise.

  • A deep understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework, National Quality Standards, and Education and Care Regulations.

  • Exceptional leadership and mentoring abilities.

  • Solid computer skills.

  • Knowledge of CCS compliance and proficiency navigating CCS software. Experience with Xplor and OWNA is highly regarded.

  • A current First Aid certificate, WWCC, and Police Clearance (or the ability to obtain at onboarding).

Ready to take the next step in your career?

Apply today and start building a brighter future for children, families, and yourself.

Please include your CV, qualifications, and any supporting documents relevant to your application.

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