Centre Manager

2 weeks ago


Manningham, Australia Early Years Talent Full time

This is an exciting opportunity for a confident leader to utilise their experience and help revitalize a once-flourishing centre with one of Australias largest early childhood education and care organisations.

Benefits include:

  • Highly competitive base salary - well above award
  • Opportunity to work for one of Australia/NZ's largest early childhood education organisations
  • Generous and achievable performance-based incentives
  • Supportive head office to assist with recruitment, finance, compliance, quality, operations and more, allowing you more time to focus on developing your team and caring for the families you serve
  • Work/life balance - you get to set your hours
  • 24/7 access to one of Australia's best Employment Assistance Programs (EAP) 
  • Significant discounts on childcare for your children
  • Ongoing paid internal/external professional development opportunities
  • Career progression opportunities - (Senior Director, Area, Operational/Head Office roles)
  • Excellent well-being initiatives - generous discounts for gym memberships, health insurance and about 80 other retailers

About the service

Our client's early years education and care service is centrally located near local shops and primary schools and has garnered an outstanding reputation within the community. The centre takes pride in its inspiring outdoor spaces, featuring well-maintained, spacious areas adorned with natural elements where children can develop strength and self-confidence.

The centre's philosophy revolves around nurturing children's interests with warmth and care, encouraging empowerment through child-initiated experiences, and fostering strong connections with families and communities. With a mission to inspire everyone to achieve their full potential, the service prioritises quality, teamwork, and training opportunities and promotes a culture of recognition and reward.

About you

As the Centre Manager, your responsibilities extend beyond operational management to cultivate a nurturing and vibrant workplace environment. Your leadership profoundly influences the educational path of the children and staff in your care. 

We seek a seasoned leader with experience in similar roles, showcasing adept communication skills to rally, inspire, and empower a team of dedicated early childhood educational professionals who will be instrumental in crafting the learning atmosphere for our children and building strong family connections.

Role requirements

  • Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or higher)
  • Proven people management experience with the ability to manage both up and down the chain
  • A positive growth mindset coupled with strong organisational and time management skills
  • Strong knowledge and experience of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the National Quality Standards (NQS)
  • Positive experience with Assessment and Rating, including developing and maintaining a QIP
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively and build positive relationships with all stakeholders

What next?

Does this opportunity resonate with your career aspirations? Apply today All applications are treated in confidence.

Whether you're contemplating a career transition or seeking guidance as you navigate the early childhood sector, our Early Years Talent consultants are here to assist you with every step of your journey.

At Early Years Talent, we specialise in connecting dedicated early childhood educators, teachers, and other professionals within the sector with rewarding job opportunities. Our clientele includes a diverse range of establishments, from boutique exceeding early learning centres to community-managed not-for-profits and independent schools.


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