Assistant Centre Manager/Educational Leader

St Helena Early Learning; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous staff childcare discount

Professional development & mentoring

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

St Helena Early Learning in Greensborough, VIC is seeking an experienced Assistant Centre Manager/Educational Leader to join the leadership team and elevate educational practice across the service.

You will mentor educators, lead curriculum development aligned with EYLF, and support day-to-day operations while driving quality outcomes and strong community partnerships.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education and Care.
• Previous leadership experience or potential to step into leadership.
• Strong knowledge of EYLF, NQF and NQS.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and support educators to deliver engaging, play-based learning programs.
• Lead curriculum development in line with EYLF.
• Guide observation, planning and assessment practices.
• Drive continuous improvement and quality outcomes.
• Support compliance with NQF and NQS.
• Build strong relationships with children, families and the community.
• Assist with leadership and operational responsibilities across the service.
• Foster a positive, collaborative team culture.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Team coaching

Education

Diploma or Bachelor in ECEC

Job description

St Helena Early Learning - Greensborough VIC

Lead, Inspire & Make a Difference Every Day

At St Helena Early Learning, we know that great centres are built by great people.

We're seeking an experienced and passionate Assistant Centre Manager/Educational Leader to join our leadership team and help drive high-quality educational outcomes, support educator growth, and foster a positive and collaborative culture.

This is an exciting opportunity to step into a meaningful leadership role where your ideas, expertise, and passion for early childhood education will be genuinely valued.

About St Helena Early Learning

St Helena Early Learning is a well-established service with a strong reputation for providing high‑quality education and care within the local community.

We pride ourselves on creating a warm, welcoming, and family‑focused environment where children, families, and educators feel supported to thrive. Our culture is built on collaboration, respect, continuous learning, and a genuine commitment to quality outcomes.

With an experienced Centre Director and supportive ownership group, you'll have the autonomy to lead, the support to grow, and the opportunity to make a genuine difference every day.

About the Role

As our Assistant Centre Manager/Educational Leader, you'll work closely with the Centre Director to support the day‑to‑day operation of the service while leading educational practice across the centre.

Key responsibilities include:

• Mentoring and supporting educators to deliver engaging, play‑based learning programs

• Leading curriculum development in line with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)

• Guiding observation, planning, and assessment practices

• Driving continuous improvement and quality outcomes

• Supporting compliance with the National Quality Framework (NQF) and National Quality Standards (NQS)

• Building strong relationships with children, families, and the local community

• Assisting with leadership and operational responsibilities across the service

• Contributing to a positive, supportive, and high‑performing team culture

About You

We're looking for someone who is passionate about early childhood education and enjoys bringing out the best in others.

You will have:

• A Diploma or Bachelor qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care

• Previous leadership experience, or the passion and capability to take the next step in your career

• Strong knowledge of the EYLF, NQF, and NQS

• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills

• The ability to coach, mentor, and inspire a team

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

• A current Working with Children Check

• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis qualifications (or willingness to obtain)

Why Join Us?

At St Helena Early Learning, our people are at the heart of everything we do.

When you join our team, you'll enjoy:

• A supportive and experienced leadership team

• Ongoing professional development and mentoring

• Career progression opportunities

• A positive and collaborative workplace culture

• Well‑resourced learning environments

• Generous staff childcare discount

• The opportunity to influence educational practice and centre quality

Most importantly, you'll join a team that is passionate about children, committed to excellence, and dedicated to creating a wonderful place to work.

Ready to Join Us?

Whether you're an experienced Educational Leader or a strong Lead Educator ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help shape the future of early learning at St Helena Early Learning.