Lead a team. Shape a culture. Make a lasting difference.

Are you a passionate early childhood leader ready to make your mark? Elements Early Learning is looking for an inspiring and experienced Centre Manager (Nominated Supervisor) to lead our service in Narara.

This is more than an opportunity to manage a service. It's your chance to shape a positive workplace culture, empower educators, strengthen relationships with families and create an environment where children and teams can thrive.

We're looking for a leader who brings confidence, initiative and a genuine passion for quality early childhood education — someone who can balance strong operational leadership with the people-focused approach that makes a great service.

As our Centre Manager, you'll take the lead in the overall performance, quality and day-to-day operations of the service.

Your role will include

- Lead and inspire: Motivate, mentor and develop your team, building a positive and collaborative workplace culture.
- Drive quality: Champion high-quality educational programs, reflective practice and continuous improvement.
- Own service operations: Oversee daily operations, staffing, rostering, enrolments and resource management.
- Champion compliance: Maintain strong governance and ensure the service meets all regulatory and National Quality Framework requirements.
- Build relationships: Develop meaningful partnerships with families, educators and the wider community.
- Lead with accountability: Oversee budgets, operational performance and service outcomes.
- Put child safety first: Foster a strong safeguarding culture where children's safety, wellbeing and voices are always prioritised.

You'll be a natural leader who can bring people together, make sound decisions and create an workplace where everyone feels supported to do their best work. Ideally, you'll have:
- A Diploma or Bachelor qualification in Early Childhood Education (or ACECQA-equivalent).




- Significant experience in early childhood education leadership and centre management.
- Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework, National Law and Regulations.
- Proven ability to lead, coach and develop high-performing teams.
- Experience managing centre operations, budgets and compliance requirements.
- Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
- A genuine commitment to child safety, quality education and continuous improvement.

You'll also hold the relevant checks and certifications required for the role, including a current Working with Children Check, First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Management, and Child Protection training.

Why join Elements Early Learning?

We believe great early learning starts with great leadership. As Centre Manager, you'll have the opportunity to influence the service's culture, support educator development and make a meaningful contribution to children's learning and wellbeing. You'll be an important part of creating a service where children feel safe, families feel connected and educators feel valued. If you're an experienced early childhood professional who is ready to bring your leadership, passion and ideas to Elements Early Learning, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and take the next step in your early childhood leadership career.

Work Rights: We welcome applicants who are Australian citizens or hold valid working rights in Australia. Please note that employer sponsorship is not available for this role.

Child Safety Commitment

Children’s safety, wellbeing, and voices are our highest priority.

Elements Early

Learning has zero tolerance for abuse or neglect and responds promptly to all concerns in line with legal and regulatory requirements. We are committed to a culturally safe, inclusive environment that respects and values Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Our practices actively support and strengthen cultural safety for children, families, and communities. All team members are responsible for upholding child safety and contributing to a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment.

📌 Centre Manager (Narara)
🏢 Elements Early Learning
📍 Narara