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AMIGA Montessori Cranbourne West is seeking a passionate and capable Assistant Centre Manager (2IC) to support our Centre Manager and inspire our team of educators. This is an exciting prospect for an experienced early childhood professional who is ready to take the next step in their leadership career. You will play a key role in the smooth day-to-day operation of the centre, supporting educators, building positive relationships with families and maintaining high standards of education, care and compliance.

About the Role

Working closely with the Centre Manager, you will:

- Support the daily operations of the service
- Mentor, guide and motivate educators
- Step into the Centre Manager role when required
- Support roster management and ensure regulatory ratios are maintained
- Build strong and respectful relationships with children and families
- Assist with enrolments, family enquiries and centre administration
- Support compliance with the National Quality Framework, National Quality Standards and relevant regulations
- Contribute to the centre's Quality Improvement Plan
- Promote a positive, collaborative and professional team culture
- Help create a welcoming environment where every child feels safe, valued and heard

What We Offer

- Above Award Pay Rate & ECEC Grant Approved
- Secure car parking
- Uniform provided
- Birthday Leave
- Annual company-wide Gala, Family Day and networking opportunities
- Ongoing Montessori training and professional development
- Clear career progression within a growing organisation
- 55% staff discount on childcare fees
- Support from a dedicated Centre Manager, Area Manager and leadership team




- The opportunity to develop your leadership skills and progress your career

What We're Looking For

- Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or an ACECQA-recognised equivalent or higher qualification
- Previous experience in a leadership role, such as Room Leader, Educational Leader or 2IC
- A valid Working with Children Check or willingness to obtain one
- Current First Aid, CPR, asthma and anaphylaxis certifications
- Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards
- Confidence supporting daily operations, rostering and family communication
- The ability to mentor and lead educators when the Centre Manager is absent
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Robust organisational and time-management skills
- Montessori qualifications or experience are highly desirable

Our Commitment to Child Safety

AMIGA Montessori is a Child Safe Organisation.

We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are committed to creating safe, nurturing and respectful environments where every child feels protected, valued and heard.

Child safety is embedded in everything we do. Our centres are equipped with CCTV, and we maintain a strict no-mobile-phone policy in all classrooms to support a safe and transparent environment.

All AMIGA team members are mandatory reporters and share responsibility for the safety, wellbeing and protection of children. We take all allegations and concerns seriously and respond immediately and thoroughly.

Successful applicants will be required to complete reference checks and provide a valid Working with Children Check, proof of their right to work in Australia and all relevant child-safety documentation.

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📌 Assistant Centre Manager (2IC) | Cranbourne West (Williamstown)
🏢 AMIGA Montessori
📍 Williamstown