Centre Manager | Thornhill Area Aspire Early Education and Kindergarten Thornhill VIC Childcare and Outside School Hours Care (Education and Training) Full time Lead our established Thornhill- centre We are seeking an experienced Centre Manager with strong business acumen to lead our existing 124-place Thornhill Park centre to the next level of quality, culture and performance. Connect, Learn and Grow with Aspire At Aspire, our mission is to shape a positive future for children through our Grow, Learn and Connect curriculum. This vision includes our teams, families and the broader community. We prioritise family and community engagement and inspire a love of learning in everyone. Why Aspire Beautiful state-of-the-art centre and resources Access to an Employee Assistance Program available 24/7 50% gap fee discount Paid Birthday Leave Professional development and networking opportunities Supportive culture and management team Attractive pay and benefits Growing organisation with clear career pathways The Opportunity and Responsibilities As Centre Manager, you will oversee daily operations including team leadership, budget and performance management and communication with families, educators and internal stakeholders. You will partner with the Assistant Centre Manager and Head of Curriculum to lead a high-performing team and maintain a positive, inclusive culture. Key focus areas include: Coaching, developing and retaining educators Driving occupancy, service quality and compliance across an established 124-place service Strengthening relationships with families and the local community Ensuring a smooth and safe experience for children and families Monitoring budgets, staffing rosters and centre performance metrics About You Degree or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care 3–4 years of Centre Manager experience Proven results improving established services such as lifting occupancy, culture and quality outcomes Experience leading change and continuous improvement Strong knowledge of Children’s Services Regulations and the National Quality Standard Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment Excellent written and verbal communication skills Passionate, enthusiastic and committed to high-quality care Current Working with Children Check, Police Check, First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis training and Food Safety Supervisor certificate Our Values Inspiring and Nurturing – We create environments where children are inspired to explore, learn and grow, and we nurture each child’s potential. Building Trust – We value open communication, transparency and reliability with families, our people and communities. Empowering Excellence – We invest in growth and learning and cultivate continuous improvement that lifts the quality of care and education. Connecting Communities – We build strong, connected communities where children and families thrive together through collaboration and shared purpose. If you share our vision and want to join our community, we encourage you to apply. At Aspire Early Education and Kindergarten, we are committed to a safe and inclusive environment that promotes child safety, wellbeing, participation, empowerment and cultural safety for all children, including those with disabilities and from culturally diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and communities. Aspire Early Education and Kindergarten has zero tolerance of child abuse and a duty of care to prevent and minimise child abuse risks in both the physical and online environments. Aspire Early Education and Kindergarten 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 to creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.
