Add expected salary to your profile for insightsWe are looking for an experienced centre manager with a high level of business acumen and the skills to lead a big centre and team of educators at our Deanside Village centre!Connect, Learn & Grow with AspireAt Aspire, our vision is in shaping a positive future for our children through our grow, learn and connect curriculum. Aspire to grow, learn and connect goes beyond what we can teach our children; it is our vision for our team, families, and communities. We place a great focus on family and community engagement as we aim to inspire a love of learning in everyone.About the CentreThe second Aspire Early Education centre in Deanside, Aspire Deanside Village supports families and children in the ever-growing suburb. With a talented, dedicated and caring team of Early Education professionals, your little ones are in perfect care.Our Deanside Village centre works in close collaboration with families and ensures that any personal needs and requests are accommodated for. Our teachers possess comprehensive knowledge of both the Early Years Learning Framework and the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework, that offers every child the opportunity to succeed.The Opportunity & ResponsibilitiesAs a Centre Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day activities of the Centre, encompassing staff management, budget oversight, and effective communication with families, employees & internal stakeholders.You will be working in partnership with our Head of Curriculum to lead a high performing team to strive for and provide the highest quality care and education for all children, families, staff and the community. As a Centre Manager, you will ensure a smooth and safe child & family experience and nurture a positive and inclusive culture that encourages collaboration.About youDegree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma in Children''s servicesMust have minimum 2 years previous Centre Manager experiencePrevious experience in driving changeIdeally will have had experience in setting up and opening a new serviceKnowledge and understanding of Children''s Services Regulations and National Quality StandardsAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentLead, inspire and motivate a team of educatorsExcellent communication skills both written and verbalPassion, enthusiasm and a strong commitment to high quality careCurrent Working with Children check, Police Check, First-Aid Certificate, Asthma and Anaphylaxis training, Food Safety Supervisor certificateWhy Aspire?Beautiful state of the art centre and resourcesAccess to an Employment Assistance Program (EAP) that is available 24/7Access a 50% gap fee discount on childcare fees at any Aspire Early Education CentreOpportunities for professional development and networkingSupportive culture and management teamAttractive pay and benefitsGrowing organisation with opportunities for career growth and progressionIf 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.How do your skills match this job?Your application will include the following questions:Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the early years learning framework?Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?How many years'' experience do you have as a centre manager?Have you completed a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care?Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?At Aspire Early Education & Kindergarten, we strive to provide high quality education and care, delivered by professional passionate educators. Each childs journey is unique, and we tailor every early childhood journey to each childs individual needs.We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional childcare services throughout Melbourne and its surroundings, and at our first centre in WA, Baldivis. Established in Victoria in 2017, we currently have over 27 operational centres and have a pipeline of a further 30 centres to be rolled out over the next 2-3 years.Join our team and be a part of our journey! #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Centre Manager | Aspire Deanside Village