Are you a confident, people-focused leader ready to
take the next step in your early childhood career in a thriving
coastal community? This is an outstanding opportunity for an
experienced Assistant Centre Manager or Educational Leader to
transition into a Centre Manager position. You will receive genuine
support, structured leadership development, and the autonomy to
make the service your own — all within comfortable driving distance
of Melbourne. Salary: $100,000 – $120,000 + super + incentives
(experience dependent) Perks Generous above-average salary
package Applicable Worker Retention Payments (subject to
eligibility) Flexible roster design supporting genuine work-life
balance Weekly achievable performance-based incentives Clear career
progression with one of Australia's most progressive early
childhood providers Full operational support from an experienced
local Area Manager Responsive Head Office support across HR,
compliance, maintenance and recruitment Discounted childcare for
team members Structured professional development, including
leadership training and scholarship opportunities Fast-tracked
career pathways (for example: Area Manager, State Quality Advisor)
Supportive, well-being-focused culture with strong educator
retention At Early Years Talent, we connect early childhood
professionals with services that truly put people first. Expect
above-award remuneration, meaningful mentoring, and a strong
commitment to sustainable work-life balance within a welcoming
regional community. About the opportunity Located in the heart of
Lakes Entrance, just a short drive from Bairnsdale, this
well-established early learning service caters for up to 65
children. The service offers: spacious, light-filled learning
environments a thoughtfully designed outdoor space strong community
connections a collaborative and committed team The service is




currently rated Meeting the National Quality Standard and is well
positioned for its next phase of quality growth under confident
leadership. This role is largely off the floor, allowing you to
focus on team leadership, service quality, and operational
excellence while being fully supported by an experienced Area
Manager. About you You are a calm, emotionally intelligent leader
who understands that high-quality early learning is built through
strong relationships, operational discipline, and consistent
pedagogical practice. You likely bring: Diploma or Bachelor
qualification in Early Childhood Education (ACECQA approved)
Minimum two years of leadership experience in long day care,
preschool, or kindergarten Strong working knowledge of the National
Quality Framework and Early Years Learning Framework Demonstrated
experience supporting or leading Assessment and Rating Ability to
build trusted relationships with educators, families, and the
broader community Excellent communication, organisation, and time
management capability Composed, solutions-focused approach when
navigating change Strong Assistant Centre Managers and Educational
Leaders ready to step up are encouraged to apply. Not completely
sure? That is absolutely fine. If this role has sparked your
interest, we encourage you to apply or reach out for a confidential
discussion. Sometimes the right opportunity begins with exploring a
maybe. About Early Years Talent Early Years Talent partners
exclusively with early childhood educators, teachers, and leaders
to connect them with permanent roles that align with their values
and career goals. Our clients include exceeding-rated early
learning services, community-managed not-for-profits, independent
schools, and progressive national providers. Your next highly
experienced Centre Manager is already in our network | Specialist
early childhood recruitment with Early Years Talent

📌 Centre Manager - Great salary and stacks of benefits (Victoria)
🏢 Early Years Talent
📍 Victoria