Connect, Learn & Grow with Aspire Early Education & Kindergarten At Aspire Early Education & Kindergarten, we are committed to providing high-quality early learning experiences that nurture confident, capable, and curious children. Since our foundation in 2017, we have grown rapidly and now operate 36 centres across Melbourne, regional Victoria and Western Australia—with 80 more in the pipeline over the next few years. As part of our exciting growth journey, we are expanding our Northern and Western Suburbs start up leadership team and seeking an experienced, values-driven Area Manager to lead a portfolio of centres in this thriving region. This newly created role reflects our commitment to ensuring strong support as Aspire continues to grow. The Opportunity As a Centre Start-Up Area Manager, you'll oversee multiple upcoming centres in Melbourne, leading a team of Centre Managers to ensure a smooth start-up process. Your responsibilities will include: Coordinating Setup: You will be responsible for overseeing the setup of furnishings and resources at each new centre. This involves ensuring that all necessary equipment, materials, and facilities are in place to provide a conducive learning environment for children. Managing Compliance: With your expertise, you'll navigate the complexities of pre-service approval tasks and licensing documentation. Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements is paramount to the legal and operational integrity of each centre. Recruitment and Training: You will play a key role in the recruitment and training of staff members for the new centres. This involves identifying talented individuals, conducting interviews, and providing comprehensive training to ensure that each team member is equipped to deliver exceptional childcare services. Occupancy Growth and Family Satisfaction: Driving occupancy growth is essential for the success of each centre. You will implement strategies to attract new families and build, all while ensuring that families are satisfied with the care and services provided. Setting up for Success: Within the crucial first three months of operation, you will be instrumental in establishing each new centre for success. This includes overseeing all aspects of operations, addressing any challenges that may arise, and implementing strategies to promote growth and success. About you Experienced Area Manager/Multi-Site Centre Manager proficient in starting up & managing multiple childcare services Willingness to travel between centres and our Head Office in South Yarra Holds relevant early childhood qualification Track record of delivering exceptional results in improving center operational targets Effective time management, people management, and interpersonal skills Up-to-date knowledge of compliance requirements within the National Quality Framework Strong self-management skills, adept at prioritising tasks Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Why Aspire? Working with established and brand-new centres Company Car & Phone Attractive salary package and incentives Beautiful state of the art centre and resources Paid Birthday Leave Access to an Employment Assistance Program (EAP) that is available 24/7 Access a 50% gap fee discount on childcare fees at any Aspire Early Education Centre Opportunities for professional development and networking Growing organisation with opportunities for career growth and progression If you share our vision and want to join our community, we encourage you to apply. At Aspire Early Education and Kindergarten, we're committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment that promotes child safety, well-being, participation, empowerment, cultural safety, and awareness 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 a 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 creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.
