Exciting Opportunity for a Centre Manager to Launch Our Brand-Recent Smartland Carina Campus!

Be part of something special from the very beginning!

Smartland Boutique Early Learning is a proudly independent, family-owned early learning provider committed to creating warm, welcoming and high-quality environments where children, families and educators feel genuinely valued. We are excited to be opening our brand-new Smartland Carina campus, with an anticipated commencement of November 2026, and we are looking for an inspiring Centre Manager to join us on this exciting journey.

This is a unique opportunity to become part of a new campus from the ground up. You will have the opportunity to help build a passionate team, establish strong relationships with families and the local community, and create a positive campus culture that reflects the values of Smartland.

Our boutique approach means we focus on the little things that make a big difference through personalised care, meaningful relationships, engaging learning environments and a genuine sense of belonging for every child.

Role Requirements

We are seeking a strong Centre Manager to lead the campus and its team. This will be a full-time position, 38 hours per week, with remuneration in line with the candidates’ experience.

The successful candidate will need:

- Diploma/Advanced Diploma in Children's Services or Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood)
- a current and valid Working with Children Check
- a current first aid CPR and emergency asthma and anaphylaxis training.
- a strong understanding of regulation/legislation, plus Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS) is essential
- the ability to stay calm and considered in the face of anything
- strong team leadership abilities with experience leading, inspiring and developing a team of professional educators

Key Role Responsibilities





- Put children and parents first taking the time to greet everyone and ensure they have the best possible experience via high-quality tours and orientations
- Recruit, motivate and inspire a team of passionate educators to best practice
- Oversee and guide the highest quality of classroom curriculum and pedagogical documentation
- Ensure immaculate Centre presentation within the internal and external play spaces
- Understand and interpret the relevant industry regulations and legislation, including the National Quality Standards and Early Years Learning Framework
- Build and engage with local communities, creating strong ties and relationships with the community and surrounding networks

Our service supports the Statement of Shared Commitment

- Every Interaction counts.
- Every child in our service has the right to feel safe- culturally, emotionally and physically.
- We recognise the critical role of early childhood educators, including teachers, in creating inclusive, culturally safe and nurturing environments filled with positive interactions that support children’s social and emotional development, stimulate learning, and allow children a sense of belonging.
- Please only apply if you share this commitment to ensure that every child attending our service feels safe, secure and self-confident.

What’s in it for you? In return for your commitment to our ECEC community we will offer you:

- Above award rates for the right candidate

- Flexible working arrangements

- Ongoing career support
- Fully funded monthly network meetings, professional development support
- Up to 90% discount on childcare fees

- Funded First Aid/CPR
- Access to an external Employee Assistance Program

How to Apply If you are looking to be part of a beautiful environment & caring community that provides all the little extras that make a difference to your working day, send through your cover letter & resume to explore the possibilities waiting for you.

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