Centre Manager

Work Initiatives; Maitland; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary 110k–120k AUD plus super

Australian Government Worker Retention

Professional development andLeadership

Operational support from experiencedLe

Career progression opportunities

Employee recognition programs

Supportive and collaborative workplace

Job summary

Work Initiatives in Maitland is seeking an experienced Centre Manager or ambitious Assistant Manager to lead a team and shape a positive centre culture. You will drive daily operations and influence children’s learning outcomes with autonomy and support.

You will oversee high-quality educational programs, ensure regulatory compliance, and build strong relationships with families and the local community, while pursuing ongoing professional growth and career progression.

Qualifications

• ACECQA approved Diploma or Early Childhood Teaching qualification.
• Experience leading a team in an early childhood setting.
• Centre Manager or Assistant Manager with progression readiness.
• Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework, National Regulations and EYLF.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading and supporting a team of educators and leaders
• Creating a positive, collaborative workplace culture
• Ensuring high quality educational programs and practices
• Maintaining compliance with the National Quality Framework
• Building strong relationships with families and the local community
• Monitoring occupancy, financial performance and operational outcomes
• Driving continuous improvement across the service
• Undertaking the responsibilities of the Nominated Supervisor

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

ACECQA approved Diploma or Early Childhood Teaching qualification

Job description

Experienced Centre Manager or Ready to Step Up?

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Centre Manager or an ambitious Assistant Manager with extensive experience looking to take the next step in their career.

Join a well-established early learning service where you will have the opportunity to lead a dedicated team, build a positive centre culture, and make a genuine impact on children's learning and development.

This is a leadership role offering autonomy, support, and the opportunity to further develop your career within a growing organisation.

The Opportunity

As Centre Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of the service while fostering an environment where children, families and educators can thrive.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and supporting a team of educators and leaders

• Creating a positive, collaborative workplace culture

• Ensuring high quality educational programs and practices

• Maintaining compliance with the National Quality Framework

• Building strong relationships with families and the local community

• Monitoring occupancy, financial performance and operational outcomes

• Driving continuous improvement across the service

• Undertaking the responsibilities of the Nominated Supervisor

What We Offer

• Attractive salary package between $110,000 and $120,000 plus super, based on experience, plus the Australian Government Worker Retention Payment

• Professional development and leadership training

• Ongoing operational support from experienced leaders

• Opportunities for career progression

• Employee recognition and reward programs

• A supportive and collaborative workplace culture

About You

You will bring:

• An ACECQA approved Diploma or Early Childhood Teaching qualification

• Experience leading a team within an early childhood education setting

• Previous Centre Manager experience, or extensive experience as an Assistant Manager ready to progress

• Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework, National Regulations and EYLF

• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills

• A genuine passion for mentoring educators and achieving positive outcomes for children

Our Commitment

The successful applicant will be required to complete all relevant employment screening, including Working with Children Check verification, National Police Check and reference checks.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity, inclusion and respect within our workplace.

Interested?

If you are ready to take the next step in your leadership career, we would love to hear from you.