Job Description
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Ongoing professional development and leadership coaching
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Support from national Quality, Education and Operations teams
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Opportunities for career progression into Regional, Quality, Education and Operations leadership roles
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Local autonomy with the support of established national systems
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Be part of a strong team culture focused on quality, safety and continuous improvement
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Potential visa sponsorship for the right candidate!
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Benefits
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Competitive salary and benefits package
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Ongoing professional development and leadership coaching
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Support from national Quality, Education and Operations teams
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Opportunities for career progression into Regional, Quality, Education and Operations leadership roles
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Local autonomy with the support of established national systems
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Be part of a strong team culture focused on quality, safety and continuous improvement
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Potential visa sponsorship for the right candidate!
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The Role
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As a Centre Manager, you'll lead a thriving early learning community, supporting your team, building strong relationships with families and creating an environment where children feel safe, supported and inspired to learn.
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You'll oversee the day-to-day operations of the centre while providing strong leadership across educational outcomes, compliance, team development and family engagement.
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You'll be responsible for:
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Leading, mentoring and developing a team of educators and leaders
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Building strong relationships with families and the local community
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Overseeing centre operations, compliance and educational outcomes




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Managing enrolments, budgets and day-to-day centre performance
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Ensuring the centre meets or exceeds the National Quality Standards
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Working collaboratively with Quality, Education, Marketing and Operations teams
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Championing child safety, wellbeing and inclusive practices
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Building a positive and supportive team culture
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Role Requirements
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Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA-approved equivalent)
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Proven experience in early learning centre operations and/or leadership
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Strong communication, leadership and people-management skills
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A genuine passion for early learning, child safety and achieving positive outcomes for children
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The Centre
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You'll be joining an established early learning centre supported by a national network and experienced support teams.
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The centre provides a collaborative environment where educators are encouraged to grow, families are valued as partners and children's safety, wellbeing and learning remain at the heart of everything the team does.
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As Centre Manager, you'll have the chance to make a genuine impact by leading your team, strengthening the centre's culture and driving high-quality outcomes for children and families.
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At Expect A Star, our mission is to help you take the next step in your career.
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About Expect A Star
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Australian-based specialist in Early Childhood Education recruitment
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Established in ****
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Experienced recruitment team with qualifications in Early Education
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Access to multiple opportunities across Australia
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📌 Centre Director - Relocate To Newcastle (New South Wales)
🏢 Expect A Star
📍 New South Wales