Job Description

We are a well-established, 31-place Centre-Based Long Day Care service located in Meadowbank, Sydney. We are committed to providing a nurturing, child-centred learning environment that supports children's development through play-based learning, meaningful relationships and strong family and community engagement. Our team values collaboration, professional growth, continuous improvement and excellence in early childhood education and care.

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Position: Centre Manager
n Location: Meadowbank, Sydney, NSW
n Employment Type: Full-time
n Salary: From $80,000 per annum plus superannuation, negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

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We are seeking an experienced and motivated Centre Manager to lead the daily operations of our service and support our team in delivering high-quality education and care.

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Key Responsibilities

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Oversee the day-to-day operations and overall management of the service

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Act as the Nominated Supervisor and Responsible Person, where required

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Ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework, National Law and Regulations, ACECQA requirements and Child Care Subsidy obligations

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Maintain accurate records, policies, procedures and compliance documentation

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Lead the service's Quality Improvement Plan and support Assessment and Rating preparation

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Lead, mentor and support educators through regular feedback, professional development and performance management

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Manage staffing arrangements, rosters, educator-to-child ratios and qualification requirements

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Promote a positive, professional and collaborative workplace culture

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Maintain high-quality educational programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework

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Build and maintain positive relationships with children, families, staff, regulatory authorities and local community

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Manage enrolments, occupancy, family enquiries and service tours

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Monitor budgets,



operational expenses and other financial processes

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Ensure the health, safety, wellbeing and protection of all children attending the service

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Manage incidents, complaints and regulatory notifications appropriately and within required timeframes

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Support continuous improvement across all areas of the service

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Previous experience working as a Centre Manager, Centre Director or in a comparable early childhood leadership role is mandatory

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Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or an approved higher qualification, such as a Bachelor of Early Childhood Education

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Strong working knowledge of the National Quality Framework, National Regulations, EYLF, ACECQA requirements and Child Care Subsidy obligations

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Demonstrated experience leading, mentoring and managing a team of educators

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Strong understanding of staffing ratios, qualification requirements, compliance and service operations

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Excellent organisational, leadership and problem-solving skills

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Strong written and verbal communication skills

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Ability to communicate professionally with families, staff, regulatory authorities and external stakeholders

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Current NSW Working with Children Check

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Current approved First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Management certifications

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Current Child Protection training

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Full working rights in Australia

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What We Offer

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- Salary starting from $80,000 plus superannuation, with a higher package available depending on experience and qualifications
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- Negotiable working hours for the right candidate
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- Paid professional development and career development opportunities
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- Support from management team
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- A supportive, friendly and team-oriented working environment
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- The opportunity to lead a well-established, boutique 31-place service
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- On-site role with strong involvement in service operations and continuous improvement
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