Early Learning Centre Manager

Independentschools; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking a Centre Manager for its new Early Learning Centre in Melbourne. This part-time role involves leading a dedicated team, creating an inclusive environment, and implementing innovative educational practices for children aged 3 to 5. The ideal candidate will have relevant childcare qualifications and experience in early childhood education. Opportunities for professional development and career growth are available.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Staff discounts on tuition fees

Qualifications

• Experience in early childhood education and care.
• Knowledge of play-based learning and inquiry-based practices.
• Qualifications in early childhood education (Diploma/Certificate III).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the team at the Early Learning Centre.
• Create a nurturing and inclusive environment for children.
• Implement educational programs and engage with families.

Skills

Leadership

Child Development

Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

Relevant childcare qualifications

Job description

Overview

Join Our Brand New Early Learning Centre - Opening on January 2026!

Seventh-Day Adventist Schools Victoria Ltd is seeking to employ a Centre Manager to lead the team at Mernda Hills Christian College Early Learning Centre. The ELC is part of Mernda Hills Christian College, which provides co-educational learning from Kindergarten through to Year 12. This role is a part-time position for approximately 22.8 hours per week over 48 weeks per year (with a view to increase towards full-time hours as the Centre grows) commencing 5 October 2025.

Seventh-Day Adventist Schools Victoria Ltd is a preferential employer and due to the nature of the role we encourage those who are practicing Seventh Day Adventist with the related experience to apply.

Mernda Hills Christian ELC is a nurturing, inclusive, Christian Early Education and Care service that provides high-quality long day care with an integrated Kindergarten program for 3 - 5-year-olds. Our focus is to create the foundation for lifelong learning through innovative, creative, and child-focused teaching practices.

At Mernda Hills Christian College ELC, we use a play-based educational program that is supported with inquiry-based learning, co-constructed by children and Educators with families input incorporating school readiness and individual children's development.

Why Join the New Mernda Hills Christian College ELC?

• Be part of a new centre from the ground up.
• Faith-based environment - Be part of a Christian early learning community.
• Supportive and collaborative team.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Purpose-built facility designed for learning and play.
• Peaceful rural location with a close-knit school community
• Multicultural and diverse student body
• Lower student-teacher ratios and strong early career teacher support.
• Opportunities for career growth in an expanding school
• Employee Assistance Program
• Staff discounts on tuition fees (permanent employees)
• Paid professional development
• Reimbursement for all costs related to Working With Children Checks and First Aid Training and the Victorian Institute of Teaching

Child Safety and Mandatory Checks

• Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy
• Child Safe Code of Conduct
• As part of our screening requirement, reference checks will be undertaken and include questions about your ability to work safely with children.
• These positions are subject to maintaining registration with VIT registration

If you’re ready to be part of something new and make a meaningful impact on children’s lives, we’d love to hear from you!

To express your interest or request a job description and more information, please contact Steve Cowley, Education Director, at [e-mail].

Other Current Opportunities

• Centre Manager - Lead our new centre and make a lasting impact.
• Early Childhood Teachers - Inspire young learners and foster a love for education.
• Diploma/Certificate III Educators - Support children's growth in a warm and engaging setting.
• Administrative/Bursar - Ensure the smooth operation of our centre.

To learn more about these roles, please visit our other job listings on Seek.

About Adventist Education

Many people are surprised to discover that Mernda Hills Christian College is part of the largest Protestant Christian school system in the world, Adventist Education, and is connected to quality schools, colleges and universities all around the world. Like all Seventh-day Adventist Schools, Mernda Hills Christian College supports a holistic education that is based on a Christian ethos and focuses on a balanced approach to nurturing the mental, physical, social, and spiritual development of students. To learn more about Adventist Education, visit asv.vic.edu.au.

Only those with a legal right to work in Australia may apply, and the appointing body reserves the right to fill this position at its discretion and to close applications early.

Seventh-day Adventist Schools (Victoria) Limited schools are child-safe environments. We are committed to child safety and to promoting the cultural safety, participation and empowerment of all children, including children and young people with a disability and additional needs, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people, and children and young people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.