We are looking for an Assistant Centre Manager to join our team at Tarneit North working Full time 38 hours per week (Monday to Friday)!

Connect, Learn & Grow with Aspire

At 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 Centre

Our Aspire Early Education & Kindergarten centre in Tarneit North is situated in the heart of the Emerald Park Estate. The centre is conveniently close to Tarneit Central Shopping Centre and the tranquil Cottesloe Boulevard Wetlands. Our Aspire Tarneit North childcare centre provides nurturing and friendly learning environments for children aged six weeks to six years old.

Aspire Tarneit North centre is staffed by a team of experienced and fully qualified educators, who are committed to providing the best possible care for every child. We work in close collaboration with families, ensuring that any additional requests are accommodated for. Our Kindergarten educational program has been designed from the ground up by an experienced, qualified early childhood teacher. Our program takes elements from the Early Years Learning Framework and combines them with the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework to create a curriculum that offers every child the opportunity to succeed.

Why Aspire?

• Beautiful state of the art centre and resources
• Access to an Employment Assistance Program (EAP) that is available 24/7
• Access a 50% gap fee discount on childcare fees at any Aspire Early Education Centre
• Opportunities for professional development and networking
• Supportive culture and management team
• Attractive pay and benefits
• Growing organisation with opportunities for career growth and progression

The Opportunity & Responsibilities

As the Assistant Centre Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the Centre manager in overseeing daily operations, including staff management, budget administration, and communication with families, employees, and internal stakeholders. You will work closely with our Head of Curriculum to lead a high-performing team and ensure the highest quality of care and education. Your role will be vital in creating a smooth, safe, and positive experience for children and families while fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture.

About you

• Diploma in ECEC highly regarded
• Previous knowledge and experience in working with CCMS and XAP programs preferred
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication and computer skills
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to work in a systematic manner
• Ability to demonstrate innovative and creative thinking
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly organised and able to manage own time
• Working with Children Check, Police Check required

If 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.