Assistant Centre Manager

Elm Tree Early Learning Ormeau; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid uniform

NAIDOC shirt

Training & certificates

Wellbeing budget

95% childcare gap fee discount

Professional development & leadership

Supportive leadership

Job summary

Elm Tree Early Learning Ormeau is seeking a passionate Assistant Centre Manager to support the Centre Director and lead a team of educators in delivering thoughtful, child-centred care. You will help maintain a safe, welcoming learning environment and foster strong relationships with families.

The role requires a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, experience in leadership, and a solid understanding of EYLF and NQS.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) is required.
• Experience supporting or leading a team in an ECEC setting is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of EYLF, NQS and relevant legislation.
• Working with Children Check (Blue Card) current and valid.

Responsibilities

• Assist in guiding the day-to-day operation of the centre.
• Support a team of educators to deliver child-centred practice.
• Build positive relationships with children and families.
• Mentor colleagues and help maintain a high-quality learning environment.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Growth mindset

Child-focused practice

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Elm Tree Early Learning Ormeau – Ormeau QLD

Elm Tree Early Learning is looking for a passionate Assistant Centre Manager to assist in leading our Ormeau centre. If you love supporting educators, building strong relationships with families and creating a place where children feel confident to explore, we would love to hear from you.

A beautiful place to learn and lead

Our centre has recently undergone a complete renovation. Our transformed indoor and outdoor spaces have been thoughtfully designed to inspire learning, creativity and exploration, while giving our educators beautiful environments in which to work.

We care for children from six weeks to school age. As a growing, family-owned business, we are committed to high-quality early childhood education and care, with a warm “home away from home” feel.

The opportunity

Working alongside the Centre Director, you will help guide the day-to-day operation of the centre and support a team of educators to deliver thoughtful, child-centred practice. You will build positive relationships with children and families, mentor your colleagues and help maintain a safe, welcoming and high-quality learning environment.

We are looking for someone who brings initiative and fresh ideas, values each child’s individuality and enjoys helping others grow.

Why join Elm Tree?

• Beautiful, newly renovated learning environments

• Paid uniforms, including a NAIDOC shirt

• Child Protection, First Aid and CPR training covered

• A monthly educator wellbeing budget

• Up to 95% discount on the childcare gap fee

• Ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities

• A supportive leadership team that values your contribution

What you’ll bring

• A Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

• Experience supporting or leading a team in an early childhood setting

• Sound knowledge of the EYLF, National Quality Standard and relevant legislation

• A current Working with Children Check (Blue Card)

• Strong communication skills and a genuine commitment to children, families and educators

• A growth mindset, good judgement and a passion for continuous improvement

Applicants must have full Australian working rights. Sponsorship is not available for this position.