Little Stars Early Learning & Kindergarten Warragul View all jobs

As Centre Manager, you will take responsibility for the overall leadership, performance and success of the Warragul centre. Working closely with the Operations Team, you will play a key role in preparing the centre for opening, building a capable and engaged team, welcoming families and establishing a reputation for quality early childhood education within the Warragul community.

Key responsibilities

Lead, inspire and mentor a team of educators to deliver exceptional education and care.

Establish a positive, supportive and accountable team culture.

Build solid relationships with children, families and the local community.

Drive enrolments, occupancy growth and family engagement.

Ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework, National Law and Regulations, and child safety requirements.

Oversee daily centre operations, including staffing, rostering, budgets and financial performance.

Champion continuous improvement and high-quality educational outcomes.

Work collaboratively with the Operations Team to achieve centre goals and performance targets.

About you

An ACECQA-approved Diploma or Bachelor qualification in Early Childhood Education.

Demonstrated experience as a Centre Manager, Centre Director or in a similar leadership position.





Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework, National Law and Regulations.

Proven ability to lead, develop and motivate a team.

Sound understanding of occupancy, staffing, rostering and centre financial performance.

Excellent communication, relationship-building and organisational skills.

A proactive, solutions-focused approach and a willingness to take ownership.

Current Working with Children Check and relevant First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications.

Required child protection and other mandatory training, or willingness to complete these before commencement.

About us

Little Stars Early Learning & Kindergarten is a growing, family-owned early childhood education provider with centres across Victoria. We are passionate about providing high-quality education and care, creating welcoming environments for families, and supporting our educators to thrive.

- Attractive salary package reflective of your experience and leadership capability.
- Performance-based incentives and recognition opportunities.
- Career development and progression within a growing organisation.
- Support from an experienced Operations Team and General Manager.
- Professional development opportunities to support your leadership journey.

📌 Centre Manager (Warragul)
🏢 Little Stars Early Learning & Kindergarten Warragul
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