Assistant Centre Director

State Government of Victoria, Australia; Shepparton; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Early Learning Victoria seeks a capable manager to support the Centre Director in overseeing daily operations and delivering high-quality early childhood programs.

The role requires strong leadership, experience with regulatory compliance, and ability to support staff recruitment, development and enrolment management within a child-safe environment. Police checks and relevant qualifications are essential.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (ECE) or higher.
• Valid Working with Children Check and relevant safety qualifications.
• First Aid, CPR, anaphylaxis and asthma qualifications required.
• Police check (international if applicable) and background clearance.

Responsibilities

• Work with Centre Director to oversee daily service operations.
• Assist in delivering high-quality early years programs.
• Ensure compliance with National Law, Regulations and policies.
• Support staff recruitment, development and enrolment management with ELV Central team.
• Foster a positive, inclusive team culture and safe learning environment.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Staff development

Regulatory compliance

Education

Diploma in ECE or higher

Bachelor of Education (ECE)

Tools

Working with Children Check

Job description

Occupation: Early childhood

Location: Hume - Greater Shepparton

Reference: 1541962

About Early Learning Victoria

About Early Learning Victoria

Early Learning Victoria (ELV) is leading the roll-out of 50 government-owned and operated early learning centres by 2032, with 18 currently operating. Our centres offer long day care, three and four-year-old kindergarten and pre-prep in accessible, play-based environments connected to local communities. We are committed to creating enriching work environments, encouraging professional growth and maintaining the highest standards of child safety.

ELV is approved for the Commonwealth¿s Worker Retention Grant, which provides a 15% wage increase for eligible staff.

In this role, you will:

Work alongside the Centre Director to oversee daily operations at the service

Assist in delivering high-quality programs

Ensure compliance with regulations, organisational policies and procedures

Support staff recruitment, development and enrolment management, with assistance from the ELV Central team

Foster a positive team culture which contributes to a sustainable workforce

More information about this role can be found HERE.

About You

Demonstrated management and leadership experience in early childhood education and care

Extensive understanding of Education Care Services National Law and Regulations, the National Quality Framework, Child Safe Standards, Quality Improvement Plan and the Victorian Early Years Learning Development Framework

Experience in financial management and administration specific to early childhood education and care; proficiency in relevant administrative systems

Ability to lead and guide teaching teams and competency in all aspects of staff management

Effective communication and relationship-building skills with staff, children, families and communities

Experience working with children and families experiencing vulnerability

Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or higher; Bachelor of Education/Teaching (Early Childhood) will be highly regarded
• Valid Working with Children Check, First Aid, CPR, anaphylaxis and asthma qualifications and completion of National Child Safety Training
• Experience working with children and families experiencing vulnerability is desirable
• Agreement to a police check; an international police check must be provided for candidates who have resided outside of Australia for 12+ months in the last 10 years

Applications close 11:59pm on Sunday, 20 September 2026.

ELV is a child-safe organisation committed to creating environments where children are safe, valued, and respected. We maintain zero tolerance for child abuse, harm, neglect, or discrimination in any form. All staff are required to uphold the Child Safe Standards and actively contribute to a culture of child safety. OurStaff Code of Conduct policy outlines expected standards of behaviour for all staff and defines appropriate interactions with children; adherence is mandatory.

The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions, visit the department website.

Applications close Sunday 20 September 2026 at 11.59pm