Centre Manager

Kinder Lane Early Learning Centre; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinder Lane Early Learning Centre is seeking a Centre Manager to lead day-to-day operations and guide educators, families and the leadership team. You will ensure a safe, nurturing, high-quality environment for children and foster strong community ties.

Ideal candidates will hold a Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education and Care, with senior leadership experience and a deep understanding of the National Quality Framework.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care.
• Experience in a Centre Manager or senior leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead, motivate and develop a team.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Passion for children and early learning.
• Proactive, solutions-focused approach.
• Confidence to make decisions and take ownership.
• Interest in building relationships with the local community.

Responsibilities

• Leading, supporting and developing our team of educators
• Creating a positive, respectful and enjoyable workplace culture
• Building strong and genuine relationships with children and families
• Developing relationships with local schools, organisations and the wider community
• Overseeing daily centre operations and staffing
• Managing rosters, recruitment and staff performance
• Ensuring compliance with the National Quality Framework and relevant regulations
• Supporting high-quality educational programs and outcomes
• Managing enrolments and family engagement
• Overseeing incidents, policies, procedures and compliance

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Team development

Education

Diploma or Bachelor in ECEC

Job description

As Centre Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day leadership and operation of Kinder Lane. You will work closely with our educators, families and leadership team to ensure the centre continues to provide a safe, nurturing and high-quality environment for children.

Key responsibilities

• Leading, supporting and developing our team of educators
• Creating a positive, respectful and enjoyable workplace culture
• Building strong and genuine relationships with children and families
• Developing relationships with local schools, organisations and the wider community
• Overseeing daily centre operations and staffing
• Managing rosters, recruitment and staff performance
• Ensuring compliance with the National Quality Framework and relevant regulations
• Supporting high-quality educational programs and outcomes
• Managing enrolments and family engagement
• Overseeing incidents, policies, procedures and compliance

About you

• Diploma or Bachelor qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Previous experience in a Centre Manager/Director, Assistant Director or senior leadership position
• Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to lead, motivate and develop a team
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• A genuine passion for children and early learning
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach
• The confidence to make decisions and take ownership
• A genuine interest in building relationships within the local community

About us

Kinder Lane Early Learning Centre is a proudly family‑owned early learning centre with strong ties to our local community. We believe in building genuine, long‑term relationships with our children, families, educators and the wider community. Being family owned means we are personally invested in our centre, our team and the families we care for. We have developed strong connections within our local community and pride ourselves on creating a welcoming, inclusive and family‑focused environment.

• A family-owned and operated centre
• Strong connections with the local community
• A supportive and approachable ownership team
• A positive and welcoming workplace culture
• Competitive remuneration based on experience and qualifications
• The opportunity to shape and grow the centre