At Guardian , we’re reimagining early childhood education. We’re looking for passionate leaders ready to take the next step in their career and help shape the future of learning. As an Assistant Centre Manager, you’ll support your Centre Manager and team to create safe, inspiring environments where children can thrive. You’ll guide and nurture educators, build strong family partnerships, and play a key role in delivering programs that make a lasting difference. Why Guardian? Limitless Growth – From coaching and mentoring to national conferences and leadership pathways, we’re serious about your development. Collaborative Culture – At Guardian, every voice matters. You’ll work closely with Centre Managers, Educators, and Teachers to share ideas, learn together, and drive innovation. Inspiring Environments – Our centres spark curiosity with resource-rich spaces like natural play structures, water play areas, open ateliers, and wellness programs. Rewarding Benefits – Competitive salary, childcare discounts, rewards programs, paid study through our Guardian Degree, and flexible work options. Wellbeing First – Access over 2,000 discounts through WHEREFIT, plus funded first aid training and renewals. The Role Support the creation of safe, engaging spaces where children can be brave, curious, and imaginative. Build strong and lasting relationships with families. Help drive a culture of quality, safety, and professionalism. Develop leadership skills that prepare you for future Centre Manager opportunities. Contribute to a purpose-driven organisation where 100% of profits are reinvested into high-quality education. The Centre: Our wonderful childcare centre is conveniently located at 20 Croydon Road Croydon, just across the road from the Croydon Primary School with easy access to Croydon Train Station and Maroondah Highway. Our bright and fresh purpose-built childcare centre encompasses the historic Croydon church hall. This wonderful structure has been a special addition to our beautiful learning environments, thoughtfully created for the development of babies to 4-year-old kindergarten. Our learning spaces are open, airy, bright and clean, they’re full of life and designed around children’s age specific needs and capabilities. Our beautiful adventure garden surrounds the childcare centre and is accessible from a number of rooms connecting our learning environments for the children. What We’re Looking For A completed Diploma in Children’s Services and/or Bachelor of Education (or working towards). Previous leadership experience in a long day-care setting. Strong knowledge of the NQF and EYLF. Current First Aid, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis certificates, plus a valid Working with Children Check. Guardian Childcare & Education values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress. We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection. At Guardian Childcare & Education, children’s safety and wellbeing are our top priority. We have zero tolerance for any form of abuse or harm. We rigorously screen all potential team members, requiring a 10-year verifiable resume, 5 years of direct manager references, and other security checks to ensure they meet our high standards. *for those who have not been in employment that long, these expectations will be adjusted. Assistant Centre Manager (2IC) Full-time Permanent All VIC VIC Croydon Croydon So, what are you waiting for? Take the leap and apply now to join Guardian Childcare & Education.
