Assistant Centre Manager - Early Learning Centre

Private Advertiser; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser in Melbourne seeks an Assistant Centre Manager to support day-to-day operations, enrolments, compliance and family communications. The role blends office-based administration with time alongside educators to support children and families.

You will work closely with the Centre Manager to lead rostering, staff administration and quality improvements, while upholding regulatory standards and ensuring strong team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor in ECEC and related education.
• Experience in senior educator, leadership or admin roles.
• Strong knowledge of regulations and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage enrolment enquiries, waitlists, bookings and family communications.
• Maintain accurate records, registers and compliance documentation.
• Support rostering, staffing administration and family accounts.
• Assist with regulatory compliance, internal audits and quality improvement.
• Monitor staff training, qualifications and required documentation.
• Support the Centre Manager with daily operations and team leadership.
• Help develop efficient administrative systems and processes.

Skills

Highly organized

Detail-oriented

Initiative

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Computer skills

Administration skills

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Love early childhood education but thrive on administration, organisation and leadership? This could be the perfect next step!

We are seeking a highly organised, proactive and motivated Assistant Centre Manager to join our growing, family-owned early learning centre.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced early childhood professional who enjoys the operational side of running a centre and takes pride in maintaining high standards of organisation, compliance and quality.

About the Role

Working closely with our Centre Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the smooth day-to-day operations of the service. The position offers a balance of office-based – administration, enrolments, compliance and operational support and time working alongside educators, supporting children and maintaining strong relationships with families.

Key Responsibilities

Manage enrolment enquiries, waitlists, bookings and family communications.

Maintain accurate records, registers and compliance documentation.

Support rostering, staffing administration and family accounts.

Assist with regulatory compliance, internal audits and quality improvement.

Monitor staff training, qualifications and required documentation.

Support the Centre Manager with daily operations and team leadership.

Help develop efficient administrative systems and processes.

About You

We are looking for someone who is highly organised, detail-oriented and confident taking initiative.

You will have:

A Diploma qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care, or Bachelor.

Experience in a senior educator, leadership or administrative role within early childhood.

Strong computer, administration and time-management skills.

Sound knowledge of the National Quality Framework and regulatory requirements.

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

A proactive attitude and genuine commitment to child safety and quality education.

Why Join Us?

Supportive, family-owned early learning centre.

Dedicated office time with meaningful operational responsibilities.

Opportunity to develop your leadership and management career.

Collaborative team and supportive management.

Professional development and opportunities for growth.

Competitive remuneration based on experience.

If you're an early childhood professional who loves being organised, enjoys administration and is ready to take the next step in leadership, we'd love to hear from you!