Centre Manager

Affinity Education Group; Cooroy; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program for Centre Manager

Childcare fee discount

Leadership development funded

Scholarships for ECE degrees

Health club discounts

Wellbeing programs

Bupa health & insurance benefits

Job summary

Milestones Cooroy, part of Affinity Education Group, seeks an experienced Centre Manager to lead day-to-day operations with a positive, high-performing culture. You will steer educators and leaders while focusing on occupancy growth, community engagement and exceptional outcomes for children and families.

You will bring a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA-equivalent), strong leadership skills, and a commitment to compliance and child safety, ensuring the centre sustains

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or ACECQA-approved equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience as a Centre Manager or in a senior leadership role within early education.
• Current Working with Children’s Check is required.
• Strong commercial acumen with a track record of achieving occupancy and business targets.
• Demonstrated success leading high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Commitment to compliance, quality improvement and child safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a passionate team of educators and leaders.
• Drive occupancy growth through strong community engagement and family partnerships.
• Manage centre operations, budgets and financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and Affinity policies.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and quality outcomes.
• Guide the team toward excellence under the National Quality Framework.
• Create a culture focused on safety, wellbeing, inclusion and professional growth.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication

Strategic thinking

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or ACECQA-equivalent

Job description

Centre Manager
Milestones Early Learning Cooroy

Are you an inspiring leader ready to make a lasting impact on children, families, and your team?

At Milestones Early Learning Cooroy, we are seeking a passionate and experienced Centre Manager to lead our centre with confidence, purpose, and heart. This is an exciting opportunity for a people-focused leader who thrives on mentoring teams, building strong community connections, and delivering exceptional outcomes for children and families.

As part of one of Australia's largest and most trusted early education providers, you'll enjoy the support, resources, and career pathways needed to take your leadership career to the next level.

Affinity Education Group is a Child Safe Organisation, and child safety is our highest priority. We are committed to creating environments where every child feels safe, supported, respected, and valued.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

Affinity Advantages

• Generous Centre Manager bonus program with exclusive cash incentives.
• 50% discount on childcare fees from your first day.
• Fully funded leadership and management development through our Affinity Learning Academy.
• Scholarships available for Bachelor's or Master's qualifications in Early Childhood Education.
• 30% discount on Goodlife Health Clubs and Fitness First memberships.
• Access to wellbeing programs
• Bupa health and insurance benefits.

About Milestones Cooroy

Nestled within the charming historic town in the Noosa Hinterland, our centre is dedicated to providing high-quality early education in a warm, welcoming, and supportive environment. Our passionate team is committed to fostering meaningful relationships with children and families while creating engaging learning experiences that inspire every child to thrive.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated leader to build on a strong foundation, drive quality outcomes, support professional growth, and strengthen community connections.

About the Role

As Centre Manager, you will lead the day-to-day operations of the service while creating a positive, high-performing culture where children, families, and educators flourish.

• Leading and mentoring a passionate team of educators and leaders.
• Driving occupancy growth through strong community engagement and family partnerships.
• Managing centre operations, budgets, and financial performance.
• Ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and Affinity policies.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and quality outcomes.
• Guiding the team towards achieving and maintaining excellence under the National Quality Framework.
• Creating a culture focused on safety, wellbeing, inclusion, and professional growth.

About You

You are an experienced and motivated early childhood leader who is passionate about developing people and delivering exceptional outcomes.

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or an ACECQA-approved equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience as a Centre Manager or in a senior leadership role within early education.
• A current Working with Children’s Check.
• Strong commercial acumen and experience achieving occupancy and business targets.
• Demonstrated success leading high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A commitment to compliance, quality improvement, and child safety.

Why Join Affinity?

At Affinity, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to nurturing careers, celebrating success, and empowering individuals to reach their full potential.

When you join us, you’re not simply taking on a role. You’re joining a values-led organisation where passionate educators and leaders work together to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and families every day.

Our Lifelong Learning Curriculum

Our educators and teachers deliver the exclusive Lifelong Learning Curriculum, Australia’s most advanced approach to early childhood education for children from birth to five years.

Our curriculum is informed by contemporary research and best-practice approaches, including:

• Circle of Security
• Abecedarian Approach Australia
• Project-Based Learning

This evidence-informed framework supports children’s learning, development, wellbeing, and sense of belonging through meaningful partnerships with families and communities.

Our Commitment to Safety and Inclusion

Affinity Education Group is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where every individual is treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.

We maintain a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm and actively promote a culture where the safety, rights, and wellbeing of children remain our highest priority. We are equally committed to supporting the wellbeing of our employees and their families.

LOVE. LEARN. GROW.