Centre Managers - Multiple locations

Tradewind; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 99,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention incentive

Professional development & leadership

Career progression opportunities

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Staff discounts

Supportive leadership team

Job summary

Tradewind Australia is recruiting experienced Centre Managers to lead services across Victoria and New South Wales, delivering outstanding outcomes for children, families and educators.

You will take ownership of a large, purpose-built service (~140 places), lead a dedicated team, and drive quality improvement while ensuring operational excellence and strong community engagement.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA-approved equivalent).
• Previous Centre Manager experience, or a strong Assistant Centre Manager ready to step into their first Centre Manager role.
• Demonstrated leadership and people management experience.
• Sound knowledge of the National Quality Framework and Early Years Learning Framework.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop a passionate team of educators and leaders.
• Foster a positive, collaborative and high-performing workplace culture.
• Build strong relationships with families and the wider community.
• Drive occupancy and support sustainable centre growth.
• Ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework, National Regulations and organisational policies.
• Oversee daily operations including staffing, rostering and centre performance.
• Champion continuous quality improvement and educational excellence.

Skills

Leadership

People Management

Communication

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education & Care

Job description

Centre Manager | Lead High-Performing Early Learning Services | Multiple Locations

Ready to lead a centre where your leadership truly makes a difference?

Tradewind Australia is recruiting experienced Centre Managers on behalf of a well-established and growing early learning provider with services across Victoria and New South Wales.

We're looking for inspiring leaders who are passionate about building exceptional teams, creating positive cultures and delivering outstanding outcomes for children, families and educators.

Current Opportunities

• Lara, VIC
• Mambourin, VIC
• Thornhill Park, VIC
• Derrimut, VIC
• Googong West, NSW

The Opportunity

You'll take ownership of a large, purpose-built early learning service of approximately 140 places, leading a dedicated team while ensuring operational excellence, high-quality educational outcomes and strong community engagement.

This is a genuine leadership role where you'll have the autonomy and support to influence culture, mentor your team and continue driving quality improvement.

Permanent Full-Time (38 hours per week)

Salary: $50-$55 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop a passionate team of educators and leaders.
• Foster a positive, collaborative and high-performing workplace culture.
• Build strong relationships with families and the wider community.
• Drive occupancy and support sustainable centre growth.
• Ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework, National Regulations and organisational policies.
• Oversee daily operations including staffing, rostering and centre performance.
• Champion continuous quality improvement and educational excellence.

About You

You'll be an experienced early childhood leader who enjoys developing others and creating environments where both children and educators can thrive.

To be successful, you'll have:

• Diploma or Bachelor's qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA-approved equivalent).
• Previous Centre Manager experience, or a strong Assistant Centre Manager ready to step into their first Centre Manager role.
• Demonstrated leadership and people management experience.
• Sound knowledge of the National Quality Framework and Early Years Learning Framework.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certifications.

Please note: These positions are not suitable for applicants currently studying towards an early childhood qualification.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary package.
• Retention incentive (where applicable).
• Ongoing professional development and leadership training.
• Genuine career progression opportunities within a growing organisation.
• Employee wellbeing initiatives, recognition programs and staff discounts.
• A supportive leadership team committed to your success.

Interested?

If you're an experienced early childhood leader looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.