Centre Performance Manager - Bendigo, Kyneton & Echuca RegionJourney Early Learning | Lead Across 5 Centres | Shape Local ImpactAre you a confident, hands‑on leader who thrives in the early childhood sector? Journey Early Learning is looking for a Centre Performance Manager to support four established centres and the opening of a brand‑new service across Bendigo, Kyneton and Echuca. This is your chance to make a genuine impact in communities where high‑quality early learning truly matters.As a Centre Performance Manager, you’ll lead with purpose—lifting centre performance, developing exceptional leaders, and ensuring every service delivers consistent, high‑quality outcomes aligned with Journey Standards.You'll build strong relationships with each Centre Leadership Team, guide them to Exceeding practice, and use data to inform operational and strategic decisions that make a real difference on the ground.This is a role for someone who wants to be out in centres, connecting with people, coaching in real time and elevating quality where it counts.About the RoleLead performance uplift across a portfolio of centres through capability building and coaching. Strengthen Centre Leadership Teams to drive quality, compliance and culture.Use data and insights to guide decisions across operations, quality and financial performance. Drive continuous improvement, A&R readiness and Exceeding practice across your region. Partner with Journey’s ecosystem of experts across Quality, People & Culture, Educational Leadership, Operations and Compliance. Regularly travel between Bendigo, Kyneton and Echuca to provide hands‑on, responsive support. You will also play a central role in the successful opening and early stabilisation of our new purpose-built centre.About YouYou’re a leader who knows how to lift others. You bring:Multi‑site leadership or strong Centre Manager experience within ECEC.A coaching mindset with a disciplined approach to performance management. Strong capability in quality frameworks, compliance and regulatory expectations. Clear, confident communication and an ability to build strong relationships. A values‑led approach grounded in Connection, Consideration and Communication. A commitment to child safety as the foundation of every decision.A willingness to be hands‑on and present across multiple communities.Passionate about creating spaces where children, families and educators feel welcome at home This role suits someone who wants to be out in centres—not behind a desk—supporting teams, solving challenges and lifting outcomes every day.Why Journey Early Learning?A progressive organisation with strong Standards and a clear vision for quality.Access to a supportive ecosystem of experts who partner with you to drive impact.Competitive salary package with additional benefits including birthday leave, flexible arrangements and ongoing professional development.Genuine opportunities to grow, develop and influence outcomes across a thriving region.Strong real support from the ecosystem to uplift centre quality this outstanding profession development support Make a Local Impact That MattersIf you’re energised by leading teams, improving quality and strengthening early learning outcomes across Bendigo, Kyneton and Echuca, this is your opportunity to shape something meaningful.Apply now and lead with purpose at Journey Early Learning.
