Assistant Centre Manager | Orana

Oxanda Education; Shire of Cardinia; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount on childcare fees

Uniform provided

Incentives for targets

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Oxanda Education is seeking an Assistant Centre Manager for an Early Education Centre. You will oversee daily operations, lead Educators, and ensure the service aligns with its philosophy and policies to deliver outstanding care.

The role requires strong leadership, collaborative teamwork, and a commitment to family communications within a supportive environment that values professional development and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Diploma in ECEC or ACECQA-approved Bachelor in Early Childhood Education.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Current First Aid Certificate including CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis or willingness to obtain.
• Current Child Protection, Safe Sleep, and Food Safety Training or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to make business decisions and manage budgets.
• A motivated team player able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Centre operations and manage a team of Educators.
• Lead and mentor staff to align with service philosophy, policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with National Quality Standards (NQS) and quality education and care for families and children.
• Foster strong family communications and a collaborative team environment.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Budget awareness

Policy compliance

Collaboration

Education

Diploma in ECEC or ACECQA-approved Bachelor in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Assistant Centre Manager / 2IC

About The Centre

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Our state-of-the- art Early Education facility is designed to “Ignite the Spirit of Learning” within every child – and our safe, inviting environments encourage children to freely explore the world around them. From our large fort, and sustainability areas to our sand/ mud stations, and quiet reading nooks - you will have endless opportunities to create quality programs, engage in meaningful relationships, and bring a sense of energy to the environment each day.

At Bluebird Early Education we believe in “Igniting the Spirit of learning” WITH children, WITH families, WITH Teams & WITH community…

About The Role

We are on a search for a passionate and enthusiastic Assistant Centre Manager with a strong background in Early Education to manage the day-to-day Centre operations.

As a Assistant Centre Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily Centre management tasks, managing and leading to inspire a team of Educators, and ensuring they are working in accordance with the service philosophy, company policies, and procedures & the National Quality Standards (NQS), to provide exceeding education and care for all families and children.

Key Competencies

• Strong understanding of industry legislation, compliance, and regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong and confident in an understanding of business management.
• Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively in a team environment.
• Strong understanding of the importance of family communications.
• Leadership and mentoring skills.
• Excellent people and centre management skills.
• Curriculum & Planning skills.
• Passionate about implementing Early Learning Programs.
• Commitment to our Oxanda Rituals.
• At least 2 years + experience in a lead or management role.
• Ability to inspire your Team to achieve an exceeding service.

Essential Criteria

• Diploma in ECEC or Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education (approved by ACECQA)
• Current Working with Children's Check.
• Current First Aid Certificate including CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis or be willing to obtain these.
• Current Child Protection, Safe Sleep, and Food Safety Training or be willing to obtain these.
• Ability to make business decisions and work with assigned budgets.
• A motivated member able to work well in a team and independently.

Benefits For The Right Candidate

• Excellent base or above award salary, based on experience.
• 50% discount on childcare fees
• Uniform Provided
• Incentives for reaching targets.
• Community Events
• Ongoing training and development programs
• Strong focus on work-life balance
• A great company culture that is fun, professional, and supportive of all team members

Are you a strong and experienced leader, interested in managing an Early Education Centre? Then this position is right for you, so join the Bluebird Early Education Team; we would love to hear from you!

Please note only suitable applicants will be contacted.

All potential employees and volunteers will be required to comply with Oxanda’s Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct Policy. Our screening process includes but is not limited to, Professional reference checks, Criminal Records Checks, Working with Children Checks.

The safety and wellbeing of children will always be our top priority; Bluebird Early Education has a zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or harm.