Centre Manager - Beveridge Central
Lead a New Centre. Build Your Team. Shape the Culture from Day One.
Connect. Learn. Grow. with Aspire
At Aspire, our purpose is to shape a positive future for children through our Connect Learn Grow philosophy. We believe great leadership builds confident teams, inspires children and fosters strong partnerships with families and communities.
Why Join Aspire?
At Aspire, we're committed to creating environments where our people feel supported, valued and set up for success.
Purpose-built, modern centre with high-quality resources
Supportive leadership and a structured onboarding experience
Clear career progression pathways within a growing organisation
Eligible for the MEA Worker Retention Payment (15% of award rate)
Purpose-built, modern centre with high-quality resources
Paid Birthday Leave
Wellbeing Leave
24/7 Employee Assistance Program
Ongoing professional development and leadership support
Competitive salary and benefits
About the Role
As Centre Manager, you will play a key role in both the successful launch and ongoing operations of the Beveridge Central centre:
Lead pre-opening setup and readiness activities
Build, mentor and lead a high-performing team from day one
Drive enrolments and occupancy growth
Establish a positive, values-driven centre culture
Oversee day-to-day operations post-opening
Partner closely with the Head of Curriculum and leadership team




Key Responsibilities
Manage centre setup, opening and daily operations
Recruit, onboard and develop a team of passionate educators
Foster a collaborative and high-performing culture
Build strong relationships with families and the local community
Ensure compliance with Regulations and National Quality Standards
Lead continuous improvement and drive quality outcomes
Maintain a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment
About You
Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education and Care
Minimum 2 years experience in a Centre Manager or senior leadership role
Experience opening a new service (highly regarded)
Robust leadership, operational and organisational capability
Sound knowledge of Children's Services Regulations & NQS
Proven ability to build, mentor and retain teams
Confident driving occupancy and community engagement
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Current First Aid, Asthma & Anaphylaxis certifications
Valid Working with Children Check and Police Check
Our Values
Inspiring and Nurturing
Building Trust
Empowering Excellence
Connecting Communities
We are committed to providing a safe, inclusive and culturally respectful environment for all children and families. Aspire is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and strongly supports diversity, inclusion and reconciliation.
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📌 Centre Manager - Beveridge Central (Bendigo)
🏢 Aspire Early Education
📍 Bendigo