Centre Manager – New Ferntree Gully Early Education

Village Early Education; City of Knox; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Career development opportunities

Employee wellbeing program

Childcare discounts

Uniform provided

Job summary

Village Early Education is opening a brand-new centre in Ferntree Gully and seeking an experienced Centre Manager / Nominated Supervisor to lead operations, education delivery, and regulatory compliance. This pivotal role drives the launch and ongoing success of a state-of-the-art service.

You will oversee setup, recruit and develop a dedicated team, drive occupancy through tours and enrolments, manage budgets and reporting, and partner with families to create a nurturing environment where

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in a Nominated Supervisor role or 5 years in leadership.
• Strong understanding of CCS/KIMs and compliance systems.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage budgets and occupancy.

Responsibilities

• Centre Operations & Compliance: oversee operations and regulatory alignment with NQF.
• Leadership & Team Management: lead Community Leaders and support staff.
• Recruitment & Staffing: lead recruitment and staff development.
• Parent Engagement & Occupancy: drive tours and enrolments, foster relationships.
• Budgeting & Reporting: manage budget and report on performance.
• Health, Safety & Risk Management: implement safety protocols.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Stakeholder comms

Budgeting

Education

Degree in ECE

First Aid

Anaphylaxis

Emergency Asthma

Working with Children Check

Child Protection Training

Job description

Village Early Education is opening a brand-new centre in Ferntree Gully and seeking an experienced Centre Manager / Nominated Supervisor to lead operations, education delivery, and regulatory compliance. This pivotal role drives the launch and ongoing success of a state-of-the-art service.

You will oversee setup, recruit and develop a dedicated team, drive occupancy through tours and enrolments, manage budgets and reporting, and partner with families to create a nurturing environment where