Centre Manager- Riverwalk

Centre Manager | Riverwalk, Werribee (Existing 166 place centre)
Aspire Early Education and Kindergarten
Riverwalk, Werribee VIC
Childcare and Outside School Hours Care (Education and Training)
Full time
Lead our established Riverwalk centre
We are seeking an experienced Centre Manager with strong business acumen to lead our existing 166 place Riverwalk centre to the next level of quality, culture and performance.
Connect, Learn and Grow with Aspire
At Aspire, our mission is to shape a positive future for children through our Grow, Learn and Connect curriculum. This vision includes our teams, families and the broader community. We prioritise family and community engagement and inspire a love of learning in everyone.
Why Aspire
Beautiful state of the art centre and resources
Access to an Employment Assistance Program available 24/7
50 percent gap fee discount
Paid Birthday Leave
Professional development and networking opportunities
Supportive culture and management team
Attractive pay and benefits
Growing organisation with clear career pathways
The Opportunity and Responsibilities As Centre Manager, you will oversee daily operations including team leadership, budget and performance management and communication with families, educators and internal stakeholders. You will partner with the Assistant Centre Manager and Head of Curriculum to lead a high performing team and maintain a positive, inclusive culture.
Key focus areas include
Coaching, developing and retaining educators
Driving occupancy, service quality and compliance across an established 166 place service
Strengthening relationships with families and the local community
Ensuring a smooth and safe experience for children and families
Monitoring budgets, staffing rosters and centre performance metrics
About You
Degree or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
Must have three to four years of Centre Manager experience
Proven results improving established services such as lifting occupancy, culture and quality outcomes
Experience leading change and continuous improvement
Strong knowledge of Children's Services Regulations and the National Quality Standard
Ability to thrive in a fast paced environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Passionate, enthusiastic and committed to high quality care
Current Working with Children Check, Police Check, First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis training and Food Safety Supervisor certificate
Our Values
Inspiring and Nurturing
We create environments where children are inspired to explore, learn and grow, and we nurture each child's potential.
Building Trust
We value open communication, transparency and reliability with families, our people and communities.
Empowering Excellence
We invest in growth and learning and cultivate continuous improvement that lifts the quality of care and education.
Connecting Communities
We build strong, connected communities where children and families thrive together through collaboration and shared purpose.
If you share our vision and want to join our community, we encourage you to apply.
At Aspire Early Education and Kindergarten, we are committed to a safe and inclusive environment that promotes child safety, wellbeing, participation, empowerment and cultural safety for all children, including those with disabilities and from culturally diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and communities. Aspire Early Education and Kindergarten has zero tolerance of child abuse and a duty of care to prevent and minimise child abuse risks in both the physical and online environments.
Aspire Early Education and Kindergarten values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected and supported to progress. We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and to creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.
Additional information
Strong support and growth: ACM, Head of Curriculum, PD and clear pathways.
Birthday Leave
Standout perks: 50% gap fee, paid birthday leave, 24/7 EAP.