Assistant Centre Manager

Affinity Education Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount

Leadership pathways

30% fitness club discounts

Wellbeing support (TELUS Health, Bupa)

Internal leadership promotions

Job summary

Papilio Early Learning Ingleburn is seeking an experienced Assistant Centre Manager to join our supportive leadership team. You will partner with the Centre Manager to inspire educators, support daily operations, and drive high-quality education and care for children and families.

This role offers clear leadership growth within Affinity Education and a commitment to child safety, professional development, and a values-driven culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA-approved equivalent).
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Leadership experience in an early childhood setting.
• Strong knowledge of EYLF and NQS.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills.
• Passion for developing teams and delivering high-quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Support the leadership, mentoring, and development of educators.
• Drive a positive culture that reflects Affinity's values of Love, Learn and Grow.
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and the local community.
• Assist with centre operations, rostering, enrolments, and occupancy growth.
• Support compliance with the National Quality Framework (NQF), National Quality Standards (NQS), and company policies.
• Partner with the Centre Manager to achieve key business and quality outcomes.
• Foster continuous improvement and a culture of excellence across the service.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Mentoring

Communication

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Assistant Centre Manager | Papilio Early Learning IngleburnLead with Purpose. Inspire Your Team. Grow Your Career.

Are you an experienced early childhood leader ready to take the next step in your career?

At Papilio Early Learning Ingleburn, we’re seeking a passionate and motivated Assistant Centre Manager to join our supportive leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity to partner with a dedicated Centre Manager, inspire educators, support centre operations, and help create exceptional outcomes for children, families, and your team.

At Affinity Education, we believe every child deserves the best start in life—and every leader deserves the support, development, and opportunities to thrive.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• 50% childcare discount from your first day
• Clear leadership pathways with opportunities to progress into Centre Manager and Regional leadership roles
• 30% discount on Goodlife Health Clubs and Fitness First memberships
• Access to wellbeing support through TELUS Health, Bupa benefits, and discounts at over 100 retailers
• Join a company where 50% of leadership promotions come from within

About the Role

As our Assistant Centre Manager, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the centre while fostering a positive, high-performing culture for both educators and families.

Working closely with the Centre Manager, you will help lead the team to deliver exceptional education and care while ensuring compliance, occupancy growth, and operational excellence.

In this role, you will:

• Support the leadership, mentoring, and development of educators
• Drive a positive culture that reflects Affinity's values of Love, Learn and Grow
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and the local community
• Assist with centre operations, rostering, enrolments, and occupancy growthSupport compliance with the National Quality Framework (NQF), National Quality Standards (NQS), and company policies
• Partner with the Centre Manager to achieve key business and quality outcomes
• Foster continuous improvement and a culture of excellence across the service

About You

To be successful in this role, you’ll bring:

• Bachelor’s qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA-approved equivalent)
• Current Working with Children Check
• Previous experience in a leadership role within an early childhood setting
• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS)
• Excellent communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills
• A genuine passion for developing teams, supporting families, and delivering high-quality outcomes for children
• A proactive and solutions-focused leadership style

Why Leadership at Papilio Early Learning?

At Papilio Early Learning, we believe great leaders create great learning environments.

You’ll be supported by experienced regional leaders, comprehensive leadership development programs, and a network of passionate professionals committed to making a genuine difference in the lives of children and families.

This is more than a management role—it's an opportunity to build capability, inspire your team, and shape the future of early education in your community.

Our Commitment to Child Safety

Affinity Education is a Child Safe Organisation, and the safety and wellbeing of children is our highest priority.

We are committed to providing environments where children feel safe, respected, valued, and empowered. Our zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm is reflected in everything we do.

We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating inclusive workplaces where every team member feels a sense of belonging.

Why Affinity Education?

At Affinity, we don't just invest in children's futures—we invest in yours.

Join a values-driven organisation where leaders are empowered to make an impact, grow their careers, and inspire others every day.

LOVE. LEARN. GROW.