Lead, Inspire, and Make a Lasting Impact at Milestones North
Are you a passionate and experienced early childhood leader ready to take the next step in your career? At
Milestones North Boambee
, we're looking for an inspiring
Centre Manager
who is driven to create exceptional outcomes for children, families, and educators while leading a thriving centre community.
Located in the beautiful coastal city of
Coffs Harbour
, this is your opportunity to join one of Australia's largest and most respected early education providers and be part of an organisation where people truly matter.
At Affinity, we believe great leaders do more than manage—they inspire. You'll have the opportunity to empower a dedicated team, build meaningful relationships with families, and create an setting where children and educators flourish every day.
Why You'll Love Being Part of Affinity
At Affinity Education Group, we invest in our people because we know they are at the heart of everything we do.
Our benefits include:
50% discount on childcare fees from your first day
Scholarships to support your Bachelor of Early Childhood Education
Fully funded leadership and management programs through the Affinity Learning Academy
Extensive professional development and career growth opportunities
A strong culture of promoting from within, with many of our leaders progressing internally
30% discount on Goodlife Health Clubs and Fitness First memberships
Access to wellbeing support through TELUS Health, Bupa benefits, and discounts at over 100 retailers
Opportunities to make a meaningful impact within a values-driven organisation
About the Opportunity
As Centre Manager, you'll be the driving force behind the success of our service, leading with confidence, positivity, and purpose.
You'll:
Lead the day-to-day operations of the centre, ensuring excellence across all areas
Inspire, mentor,



and develop a high-performing team of educators and leaders
Build trusted partnerships with families and the local community
Drive occupancy growth through strong engagement and community connections
Champion compliance, quality, and continuous improvement
Support and guide your team to achieve and maintain Meeting or Exceeding National Quality Standards outcomes
Foster a culture where children feel safe, supported, and inspired to learn
About You
You're a confident and people-focused leader who is passionate about early education and building successful teams.
You'll bring:
A Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA-approved equivalent)
Proven experience in a Centre Manager leadership role
A current Working with Children Check
Strong operational, compliance, and financial management skills
Demonstrated success in leading teams and achieving performance goals
A commitment to creating positive experiences for children, families, and educators
Why Affinity?
Our mission is simple:
to inspire and nurture individuals to reach their full potential.
When you join Affinity, you're joining a community of passionate professionals who are committed to making a genuine difference in the lives of children and each other. We celebrate individuality, encourage growth, and create opportunities for our people to thrive.
Our educators are supported by the
Lifelong Learning Curriculum
-Australia's most advanced approach to early education-combining contemporary research and evidence-informed practices to deliver exceptional outcomes for children from birth to five years.
Our Commitment to Safety
Affinity is a Child Safe Organisation, and the safety and wellbeing of children is our highest priority. We are committed to creating inclusive environments where every child feels safe, valued, respected, and empowered. We maintain a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm and are equally committed to the wellbeing of our employees and their families.
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📌 Assistant Centre Manager (New South Wales)
🏢 Affinity Education Group
📍 New South Wales