Centre Manager - Lead a Creative, Child-Focused Team

Niño Early Learning Adventures; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Niño Early Learning Adventures is seeking an experienced, energetic Centre Manager for our Ivanhoe, VIC centre. You will lead a passionate team of educators, inspire children’s potential through our curriculum, and foster strong family partnerships.

The ideal candidate will build positive relationships with families and staff, mentor the team, and embrace new initiatives to drive quality and safety across the centre.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Teaching/Education (Early Childhood) or Diploma of Children’s Services.
• 3–5 years of management/leadership experience.
• Sound knowledge of the National Quality Framework and Children Service Regulations.
• Nominated/Certified Supervisor Certificate.
• Working with Children’s Check or VIT Registered, First Aid/Asthma & Anaphylaxis.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily administrative and operational functions of the centre, including staffing rosters, enrolment processes, marketing initiatives, centre events and internal communications to ensure smooth operations.
• Foster strong, respectful relationships with children, families and the community to build trust and belonging.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, legislation, and regulatory frameworks, supporting the centre to meet National Quality Standards.
• Demonstrate a proactive commitment to maintaining a child-safe environment and prioritising wellbeing and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team mentoring

Budget management

Education

Bachelor of Teaching/Education (Early Childhood)

Diploma of Children’s Services

Nominated/Certified Supervisor Certificate

Working with Children’s Check / VIT Registered

Tools

CCMS

Budget software

Computers

Job description

Niño Early Learning Adventures is seeking an experienced, energetic Centre Manager for our Ivanhoe, VIC centre. You will lead a passionate team of educators, inspire children’s potential through our curriculum, and foster strong family partnerships.

The ideal candidate will build positive relationships with families and staff, mentor the team, and embrace new initiatives to drive quality and safety across the centre.