Serenity Early Learning is a family-owned centre preparing to open a new 134-place early learning service in Clyde North in early 2027. Montessori education, purposeful play and Discovery experiences will inform our approach to learning.

Our calm, prepared environments and high-quality Montessori materials support children to develop independence, confidence and curiosity. Guided by Christian values, we welcome and respect every family and value diversity and inclusion.

The role

This is an opportunity to lead a brand-new centre from the beginning. Starting before the centre opens, you will help prepare the service, recruit and build the team, and establish the systems and culture that will support high-quality education and care.

As Centre Manager and Nominated Supervisor, you will oversee daily operations and lead compliance. You will work closely with the family-owned leadership team, including the founder, and our Educational Leader to bring Serenity’s approach to life.

What you’ll do

- Contribute to pre-opening planning and prepare the centre for its first day of operation.

- Lead the recruitment, selection and onboarding of educators and other team members.

- Manage daily operations, staffing, rostering and educator-to-child ratios.

- Lead compliance with the National Quality Framework, National Quality Standard, National Regulations and Child Safe Standards.

- Support, mentor and develop educators.

- Build strong relationships with families and support enrolments.

- Establish effective systems, records and a positive team culture.

- Prepare the centre for its first Assessment and Rating.





- Support continuous improvement and high-quality education and care.

What you’ll bring

- A Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or higher, approved by ACECQA.

- Management or 2IC experience in an early childhood education and care service.

- Strong knowledge of the NQF, NQS and relevant regulations.

- Excellent organisational, communication and people-management skills.

- Confidence with recruitment, team development and managing competing priorities.

- A current employee Working with Children Check.

- Completion of both National Child Safety Training through Geccko and Victorian EC PROTECT, or willingness to complete both before commencing.

Desirable

- Montessori experience or a genuine interest in Montessori education.

- A Bachelor of Early Childhood Education.

- Experience opening a new centre.

What we offer

- A rostered day off every four weeks.

- A leading role in opening a new centre and shaping its culture, systems and team.

- The prospect to help recruit and build your team.

- Direct collaboration with the founder and Educational Leader, with meaningful input into decisions.

- A purpose-built centre with calm, prepared learning environments and high-quality Montessori materials.

- The opportunity to grow your understanding of Montessori education.

- A workplace guided by Christian values, where love, kindness, patience and respect shape how we care for children, families and one another.

How to apply

Click Apply and attach your résumé, or email your résumé to ••••@serenity.vic.edu.au.

Applications close 1 December 2026.

📌 Centre Manager (Clyde North)
🏢 Serenity Early Learning
📍 Clyde North