Centre Manager: Lead a High-Impact Early Learning Team

Little Stars Early Learning & Kindergarten Warragul; Warragul; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive salary package reflective…

Performance-based incentives

Career development and progression

Support from an experienced Operations

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Little Stars Early Learning & Kindergarten Warragul is seeking a proactive Centre Manager to lead the Warragul centre, shaping the culture, operations and educational outcomes.

You will partner with an experienced Operations Team, recruit and develop a capable staff group, and establish a strong reputation for quality care in the local community. The role requires ACECQA-approved qualifications and proven leadership in early childhood settings.

Qualifications

• ACECQA-approved Diploma or Bachelor qualification in Early Childhood Education.
• Experience as a Centre Manager, Centre Director or similar leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework, National Law and Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire and mentor a team of educators to deliver exceptional education and care.
• Establish a positive, supportive and accountable team culture.
• Build strong relationships with children, families and the local community.
• Drive enrolments, occupancy growth and family engagement.
• Ensure compliance with NQF, National Law and Regulations and child safety requirements.
• Oversee daily centre operations, including staffing, rostering, budgets and financial performance.
• Champion continuous improvement and high-quality educational outcomes.
• Work with Operations Team to achieve centre goals and performance targets.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Financial management

Strategic planning

Staff rostering

Education

Diploma/Bachelor in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Little Stars Early Learning & Kindergarten Warragul is seeking a proactive Centre Manager to lead the Warragul centre, shaping the culture, operations and educational outcomes.

You will partner with an experienced Operations Team, recruit and develop a capable staff group, and establish a strong reputation for quality care in the local community. The role requires ACECQA-approved qualifications and proven leadership in early childhood settings.