centre manager - early childhood.

Randstad Education is partnering with a leading, nationally recognised Early Childhood Education provider to appoint an experienced and passionate Centre Manager for an established 65-place early learning centre located in Regional Western Victoria (Hamilton region). Non-denominational and community-centred, the service is dedicated to providing high-quality care and holistic early education tailored to the developmental needs of young learners.

The centre enjoys solid community occupancy and is backed by an extensive early education support network. It offers a warm, welcoming environment with modern resources and strong ties to local families. This is an exceptional opportunity for an established early childhood leader looking to make a substantial community impact while benefiting from industry-leading resources, dedicated operational guidance, and ongoing career progression.

Your new role!

This is a permanent, full-time leadership role focused on driving educational excellence, fostering positive team culture, and overseeing day-to-day operations:

• Leadership & Culture: Coach, mentor, and inspire a developing team of educators and ECTs, cultivating a collaborative and supportive workplace culture.
• Operations & Compliance: Manage centre performance, enrolments, budgets, staffing, and compliance with the National Quality Framework (NQF) and relevant regulations.
• Educational Programming: Guide the implementation of high-impact, play-based learning programs that cater to diverse learning styles and developmental milestones.
• Community Partnerships: Build authentic, trust-based relationships with enrolled families and the wider local community.

Successful Candidate Profile

• Qualifications: ACECQA-approved Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (or higher).
• Experience: Proven experience as a Centre Director / Centre Manager in an Australian early learning setting (essential).
• Compliance: Current Victorian Working with Children Check (WWCC) and Australian Work Rights.
• Leadership Attributes: Exceptional interpersonal skills, strong mentoring capability, adaptability, and high emotional intelligence.

Benefits

• Remuneration: Highly competitive base rate above award (negotiable based on experience), plus potential EWRP allowances and Bachelor allowance.
• Performance & Regional Incentives: Bi-annual performance bonus of up to 12.5%, an additional location allowance, and retention bonus potential.
• Induction & Mentorship: 6-month First Steps Induction Program featuring 4 weeks of hands-on mentoring from a Certified Trainer and ongoing Area Manager backing.
• Employee Perks: 50% discount on childcare fees, the option to purchase up to 2 weeks of additional annual leave, and exclusive access to a corporate benefits platform.
• Relocation Support: Assistance exploring local accommodation and relocation avenues for relocating professionals.

Contact

Joe Romo | 0499 343 863 | joseph.romo@randstad.com.au

Safeguarding Children & Young People

Randstad Education is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. We take steps to achieve this through our candidate application process. All Applicants are required to provide a valid state based Working with Children’s Check which is thoroughly screened. In some circumstances, a Federal Police Check and an International Police Clearance is also required. Your consultant will be able to advise if this is applicable to you. Lastly, references are conducted in relation to the applicant’s interactions with children using an online platform that has an inbuilt fraud alert. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people.