Centre Manager

4 days ago

Healesville VIC, Australia Loving Start Childcare & Education Full time $75,000 - $100,000 per year

Above-Average Salary | Brand-New Centre | Supportive Owner Team | Leadership Opportunity

Join us in creating something special

Loving Start Childcare & Education is a beautiful, purpose-built early learning centre opening soon in the heart of Healesville. We're forming a dedicated team of passionate educators — and we're looking for an experienced, motivated, and inspiring Centre Director (Centre Manager) to lead the way.

This is a rare opportunity to guide a brand-new service from its early stages, shape its culture, and make a meaningful impact in the local community.

About the Role

As our Centre Director, you will:

  • Lead the centre's daily operations with professionalism and care.
  • Build, mentor, and inspire a passionate team of educators.
  • Oversee compliance, enrolments, family engagement, and quality improvement.
  • Foster strong partnerships with families and the wider Healesville community.
  • Work closely with the owners to create a supportive, high-quality environment for all.

About You

You are:

  • Diploma or Bachelor qualified (ACECQA approved).
  • Experienced in a leadership role such as Centre Director, Assistant Director, or 2IC.
  • Skilled in team management, communication, and regulatory compliance.
  • Passionate about early education, with a strong focus on quality and relationships.
  • Confident, warm, and ready to lead a brand-new centre to excellence.

What We Offer

  • Above-average salary based on your experience and performance.
  • A beautiful, modern centre with high-quality resources and facilities.
  • Supportive ownership and a hands-on, approachable management team.
  • Freedom to build and shape a positive team culture from day one.
  • Ongoing professional development and long-term career growth.

Location: Healesville, VIC

Full-time position

Send your CV to:

Lead with heart. Grow with purpose.

Be part of our story — where every day is a Loving Start.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $75,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

  • Childcare assistance
  • Employee discount
  • Maternity leave

Work Location: In person

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