Centre Manager: Growth & Community Leader

anzuk; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package based on experience

Performance incentives

Professional development

Career progression

Autonomy to lead

Job summary

Anzuk is seeking a Centre Manager to lead a child-centered, inclusive service in Melbourne's Box Hill area. You will guide daily operations, drive enrolments, and nurture strong relationships with families and the local community.

This role requires a diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education and proven leadership experience in a similar setting. You will collaborate with a supportive leadership team to grow the service, while upholding high standards of educational practice and compliance.

Qualifications

• Diploma, Bachelor of Early Childhood Education, or ACECQA-approved qualification.
• Experience as Centre Director, Assistant Director, or 2IC ready for next step.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Passion for delivering high-quality early childhood education and care.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of the service.
• Drive occupancy growth and maintain enrolment numbers.
• Build relationships with families and local community.
• Develop and mentor a team of educators.
• Create a positive, engaging, and collaborative workplace culture.
• Support high-quality educational programs and practice.
• Ensure compliance with National Quality Framework and regulations.
• Manage family tours, enrolment enquiries, and parent engagement initiatives.
• Increase the centre's presence within the local community.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Occupancy growth

Organisational skills

Education

Diploma in ECE

Bachelor in ECE

Job description

Anzuk is seeking a Centre Manager to lead a child-centered, inclusive service in Melbourne's Box Hill area. You will guide daily operations, drive enrolments, and nurture strong relationships with families and the local community.

This role requires a diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education and proven leadership experience in a similar setting. You will collaborate with a supportive leadership team to grow the service, while upholding high standards of educational practice and compliance.