At AMIGA Montessori, we believe every child deserves a nurturing, inspiring and safe environment where they can grow, learn and thrive.
We are looking for an experienced and passionateCentre Managerto lead our Maddingley team and continue building a strong, positive and high-quality service.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated early childhood leader who is confident in centre operations, team development, compliance and creating a warm, supportive culture for children, families and educators.
About the role
As Centre Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership and operation of the centre.
You will work closely with your team to ensure high-quality practice, solid occupancy, compliance, child safety and positive family engagement.
You will lead by example, support your educators, and create a centre setting where children, families and team members feel valued, supported and connected.
Key responsibilities
Lead and support the centre team to deliver high-quality education and care
Embed child safety, compliance and best practice across the service
Build strong relationships with families, children and the local community
Support team performance, development, mentoring and accountability
Maintain strong operational standards, including occupancy, rostering and centre presentation
Ensure the service is meeting regulatory, policy and quality requirements
Foster a positive, professional and supportive team culture
About you
We are looking for someone who is confident, warm and genuinely passionate about early childhood education.




You will have strong leadership skills, sound industry knowledge and the ability to support a team to succeed.
To be successful, you will have:
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent qualification
Previous experience in a Centre Manager, Assistant Centre Manager, 2IC or strong leadership role
Strong understanding of the National Quality Framework, Child Safe Standards, mandatory reporting and the Reportable Conduct Scheme
Proven ability to lead, mentor and support a team
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
A genuine passion for working with children and supporting high-quality outcomes
Current Working with Children Check
Current First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma training
Why join AMIGA Montessori?
Supportive senior leadership and operations team
Warm, family-owned organisation with a strong community focus
Opportunity to lead and make a meaningful impact within the centre
Ongoing training, mentoring and professional development
Positive team culture focused on children, families and quality practice
Career growth opportunities across our growing network of centres
Apply now
If you are a passionate early childhood leader who is ready to take the next step and lead the Maddingley team, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your application today.
AMIGA Montessori is committed to child safety.
All applicants will be required to undergo relevant screening, reference checks and compliance checks prior to employment.

📌 Centre Manager Maddingley (Victoria)
🏢 AMIGA Montessori
📍 Victoria