Job Description

We are a family owned and operated brand new centre in Armadale, WA.

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Why Join Us?

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Family, Not Corporate: We answer to our community, not a boardroom of shareholders.

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Quality Over Profit: Decisions are driven by what is best for children, not budgets.

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Genuine Autonomy: Your professional voice is respected, heard, and deeply valued.

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Real Connections: We prioritize building authentic relationships with families and staff.

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Supportive Owners: We are on the ground, offering real help without micro-managing. We are a family with a history and career in education, believing strongly in quality outcomes for children. We understand the rigours and importance of education.

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As our founding leader, you will play a pivotal role in launching the centre. Initially, you will drive community engagement, manage early enrolments, and build a high-performing team of educators. Once open, you will serve as the Nominated Supervisor, overseeing daily operations, pedagogical leadership, commercial viability, and strict compliance with national regulations.

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Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

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Location: Armadale, Western Australia

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Reports To: Approved Provider / Centre Owner

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Key Responsibilities

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1. Centre Launch & Enrolment Growth

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Drive local marketing initiatives and community networking to promote the new centre.

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Lead family tours, manage the waitlist, and oversee the enrolment pipeline to reach occupancy targets.

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Build strong, trusting relationships with families from their very first enquiry.

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1. Compliance & National Quality Framework (NQF)

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Act as the legally responsible Nominated Supervisor under the Education and Care Services National Law.

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Ensure total compliance with the National Quality Standard (NQS) and WA Child Care Regulations.

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Establish, implement, and review centre policies, procedures,



and the Quality Improvement Plan (QIP).

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Maintain a child-protected environment by ensuring all staff have valid WA Working with Children Checks (WWC) and required certifications.

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1. OWNA Software Administration

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Utilize OWNA CCMS for seamless Child Care Subsidy (CCS) management, automated billing, and family enrolment pipelines.

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Manage educator rosters, digital timesheets, and staff credentials using the OWNA HR & Payroll & Employment Hero ecosystem.

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Train and oversee educators in using OWNA for digital curriculum planning, daily observations, and attendance logging.

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Maintain high levels of family engagement through proactive updates via the OWNA Parent App.

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1. Team Leadership & Recruitment

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Recruit, onboard, mentor, and retain a team of qualified Early Childhood Teachers (ECTs) and educators.

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Build a positive, collaborative, and professional team culture.

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Design and manage staff rosters to ensure strict adherence to WA staff-to-child ratios and qualification quotas at all times.

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Conduct regular performance reviews and coordinate professional development opportunities.

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Manage the centre's operational budget, including labor costs, resources, and consumables.

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Ensure accurate billing, payment tracking, and financial reporting through the integrated childcare software.

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Manage daily centre operations, including workplace health and safety (WHS), food safety, and facility maintenance.

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1. Educational Program Leadership

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Collaborate with the Educational Leader to ensure the delivery of a high-quality, play-based curriculum aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).

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Foster an inclusive environment that respects and celebrates cultural diversity, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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Requirements & Qualifications

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Education & Experience

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Minimum Qualification: An ACECQA-approved Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or higher, such as a Bachelor of Education).

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Experience: Minimum of 2–3 years of experience as a Centre Manager or Assistant Centre Manager in an Australian early childhood setting.

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Proven track record of driving enrolments, managing budgets, and successfully navigating NQS assessment and rating processes.

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Certifications & Licences (Mandatory)

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Valid WA Working with Children Check (WWC) card.

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Current National Police Clearance (less than 6 months old).

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ACECQA-approved Emergency First Aid, Anaphylaxis, and Asthma Management qualifications.

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Completed (or willing to complete) Child Protection Training approved for WA.

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Skills & Attributes

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Deep operational knowledge of the CCS system and high proficiency with OWNA childcare software.

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Exceptional communication, conflict-resolution, and interpersonal skills.

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Strong leadership capability with a passion for mentoring educators.

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A proactive, resilient, and entrepreneurial mindset suitable for launching a new business.

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What We Offer

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Competitive salary package + performance-based bonuses linked to occupancy.

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A blank canvas to build your own team and shape a brand-new centre culture.

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Beautifully designed, modern facilities with a generous resourcing budget.

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Ongoing professional development and direct support from the Approved Provider.

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