Centre Manager | Tarneit North Area Aspire Early Education and Kindergarten Tarneit North VIC Childcare and Outside School Hours Care (Education and Training) Full time Lead our beautiful Tarneit North centre We are seeking an experienced and passionate Centre Manager with strong business acumen to lead our established 120-place Tarneit North centre to continued success, focusing on 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 purpose-built centre and state-of-the-art resources Access to an Employee Assistance Program available 24/7 50% gap fee discount for Aspire families 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 all aspects of daily operations including team leadership, financial performance, and communication with families, educators and internal stakeholders. You will collaborate closely with your Assistant Centre Manager and Head of Curriculum to inspire a high-performing team and foster a positive and inclusive culture. Key focus areas include • Coaching, developing and retaining educators • Driving occupancy, service quality and compliance across a well-established 120-place service • Building strong partnerships 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 • Diploma or Bachelor qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care • Minimum 3–4 years of experience as a Centre Manager • Proven success improving established services, including lifting occupancy and culture outcomes • Strong leadership skills and experience driving continuous improvement • In-depth understanding of Children’s Services Regulations and the National Quality Standard • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Passionate, enthusiastic and committed to high-quality early education • 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.
