Job Description

Centre Manager | Carnegie Area, VIC

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Some centres are simply workplaces. Others become communities.

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The best Centre Managers know that outstanding early learning isn't built on compliance alone; it's built on relationships.

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It's the trust families place in your team.

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It's educators who feel genuinely supported to grow.

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It's children who walk through the door every morning feeling safe, confident and excited to learn.

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We're looking for a Centre Manager who understands that creating a thriving centre starts with creating a strong team culture.

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This is an prospect to lead an established early learning service where you'll be supported to continue building meaningful relationships with families, educators and the local community while driving high-quality outcomes across the service.

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What you'll be trusted to do

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Rather than simply "manage a centre," you'll create an environment where people want to stay.

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Lead, mentor and inspire your team.
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Champion high-quality educational practice aligned with the EYLF.
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Maintain strong compliance and operational performance.
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Partner closely with families and your local community.
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Oversee occupancy, staffing, rosters and budgets.
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Create a positive culture where educators feel valued and supported.
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What you'll receive

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$120,000 + Super + 15% sector increase + bonus incentives
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Leadership coaching and career development
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Childcare fee discounts
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A collaborative operational leadership team
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Genuine career progression opportunities
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About you

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You're someone who believes great leadership starts with people.

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You enjoy coaching others, building strong relationships and creating positive settings where children, families and educators can thrive together.

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You'll also bring:

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Diploma qualification in Early Childhood Education (or equivalent)
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2–3 years' experience leading an early learning service
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Strong understanding of the National Quality Framework
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Excellent communication and leadership skills
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The ability to balance people leadership with operational excellence
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