Assistant Centre Manager - Terranora (Play-Based Learning)

Joy Early Learning; Terranora; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-award pay bands

Paid overtime or TIL

CPR & First Aid training + uniforms

Staff discounts

Career growth across Joy centres

Job summary

Joy Early Learning in Terranora NSW seeks an Assistant Centre Manager to guide the daily rhythm of the Joy Terranora centre and champion our play-based approach. You will support a team of passionate educators, nurture strong family connections, and help create spaces where children feel safe, seen, and excited to explore.

This role offers above-award pay bands, paid overtime, CPR & First Aid training, staff discounts, and opportunities to grow across Joy centres, with secondments and career

Qualifications

• A genuine love for early childhood education
• Diploma/Graduate Diploma (Early Childhood), Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) or ACECQA-approved equivalent qualification
• Current Blue Card
• A team-first mindset and warm, professional approach

Responsibilities

• Supports the Centre Manager with daily operations, team support, admin and compliance, and steps in when the Centre Manager is absent.
• Lead with warmth, confidence, and strong communication
• Build supportive, high-performing teams and strong family relationships
• Champion Joy’s play-based philosophy through engaging, developmentally appropriate programs
• Create safe, inclusive, and play-based learning environments
• Ensure compliance with NQF/EYLF and all relevant legislation
• Be supported — not stretched — to do your best work

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

People management

Education

Diploma/Graduate Diploma (Early Childhood) or Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) or ACECQA-approved equivalent

Job description

Joy Early Learning in Terranora NSW seeks an Assistant Centre Manager to guide the daily rhythm of the Joy Terranora centre and champion our play-based approach. You will support a team of passionate educators, nurture strong family connections, and help create spaces where children feel safe, seen, and excited to explore.

This role offers above-award pay bands, paid overtime, CPR & First Aid training, staff discounts, and opportunities to grow across Joy centres, with secondments and career