Centre Manager – St Albans Join Journey Early Learning & Lead Something Truly Special! About the Role As our Centre Manager, you’ll be the heartbeat of the service - leading with purpose, inspiring your team, and creating a warm, connected environment for families. You'll oversee daily operations, champion best practice and drive continuous improvement while building a centre culture you're proud of. In return, you’ll join an organisation that backs you , celebrates you , and gives you everything you need to thrive. What You’ll Lead • Keeping children at the centre of everything we do • Maintaining exceptional health & safety standards • Overseeing daily operations, budgets, wages, rostering & occupancy • Coaching, mentoring & developing an engaged team • Building strong, trusting relationships with families & the community • Ensuring regulatory compliance & advocating for every child’s rights • Implementing and evaluating high‑quality programs About You You’re an inspiring ECEC leader who thrives on connection, growth and meaningful impact. You’re passionate about children, invested in your team, and excited to bring a brand‑new centre to life. You’ll Bring: • Leadership experience within the ECEC sector • A commitment to safe, nurturing and inclusive environments • Understanding of the ECA Code of Ethics & UNCRC • ACECQA‑approved Diploma or Bachelor (Early Education) • WWCC First Aid, Asthma & Anaphylaxis certificates Why Journey? Let’s Talk Benefits! At Journey, YOU matter. We celebrate individuality, support growth and empower you to love where you work. Some of the things you’ll Enjoy: there’s more! Competitive Centre Manager incentive & bonus scheme Above award Educator Wage Retention Grant (paid weekly) Childcare discount for your little ones Paid Birthday Leave Paid professional development training Anniversary gifts to celebrate YOU Access to visible leaders & founders Mental Health First Aid EAP support Tailored professional learning & leadership pathways Immediate access to Journey Academy Beautiful, high‑quality environments & resources A culture shaped by our core pillars: Trust & Belief | Support & Wellbeing | Growth & Development | Passion & Possibilities Terms & conditions apply. Who Are We? At Journey Early Learning, we create environments full of curiosity, connection and belonging. Our commitment to safeguarding ensures every child is safe, secure and heard every day. Ready to Lead Something Extraordinary? If building a new service, shaping an incredible team and creating a lasting community legacy excites you — we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and join Journey Early Learning… where it all begins. www.journey.edu.au Back to job listing
