Why Join Aspire Early Education? At Aspire, our mission is to shape a positive future for children through our Grow, Learn, and Connect curriculum. This commitment extends beyond the classroom to our people, families, and the wider community. We are passionate about creating welcoming, inclusive environments where children and educators thrive together. What we offer: A supportive and collaborative leadership team Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available 24/7 50% gap fee discount for your own children in care Paid birthday leave each year Ongoing professional development and networking opportunities Competitive remuneration and benefits - $47 to 50 (open to negotiating) Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing organisation The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced and confident Centre Manager to lead our Mambourin centre on a maternity leave contract commencing January 2026 . This role is ideal for a passionate leader who can step into an established service, provide stability and strong leadership, and continue delivering exceptional outcomes for children, families, and educators. Working closely with the Assistant Centre Manager and Educational Leader, you will oversee the day to day operations of the centre, ensuring compliance, quality practice, and a positive culture throughout the maternity leave period. Key Responsibilities Oversee daily centre operations, including staffing, rostering, and occupancy Lead, mentor, and support a high-performing team Maintain compliance with the NQF, NQS, and Children’s Services Regulations Foster strong relationships with families, staff, and the local community Support quality programming aligned with the EYLF and Aspire’s curriculum Manage budgets and operational performance in partnership with senior leadership Promote a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment About You Degree or Diploma in Early Childhood Education & Care Minimum 2 years’ experience as an Assistant Manager or Centre Manager Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework and regulatory requirements Proven ability to lead, inspire, and motivate teams Confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills Organised, adaptable, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment Passionate about delivering high-quality early learning and care Current Working with Children Check, Police Check, First Aid, Asthma & Anaphylaxis training, and Food Safety Supervisor certificate Our Values Inspiring & Nurturing – Creating environments where children feel supported to explore, learn, and grow. Building Trust – Fostering open, transparent, and respectful relationships with families and teams. Empowering Excellence – Investing in our people and encouraging continuous growth and improvement. Connecting Communities – Building strong partnerships that support children and families to thrive. Our Commitment Aspire Early Education and Kindergarten is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and culturally respectful environment for all children. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are dedicated to child safety, wellbeing, and empowerment. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. This is a fixed-term maternity leave opportunity commencing January 2026 at our Mambourin centre.
