General Manager – Early Childhood Education & Practice

Leading Positive Change in Early Years Education | Western Melbourne-Based Not-for-Profit

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for shaping the future of early childhood education? An established not-for-profit organisation, dedicated to delivering high-quality early years services across Western Melbourne, is seeking an inspiring General Manager to drive excellence, innovation, and positive change in the sector.

About the Organisation
Our client is a respected community-based provider of early childhood education and care, renowned for its commitment to inclusiveness, integrity, and continuous improvement. With a strong values-driven culture, the organisation champions best practice and supports children, families, and educators to thrive.

The Opportunity
As General Manager – Early Childhood Education & Practice, you will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight across a network of early years services. Reporting to the CEO, you will play a pivotal role in establishing and delivering the organisation’s vision, ensuring sector-leading standards, and fostering a safe, high-quality learning environment for both children and staff.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and empower a multidisciplinary team to deliver outstanding early childhood education and care

Shape and implement strategic priorities to drive quality improvement and sector innovation

Champion a culture of child safety, wellbeing, and professional excellence

Build and nurture collaborative relationships with key stakeholders across the early childhood sector

Oversee compliance with all relevant regulations and standards, ensuring operational excellence

Manage budgets, support grant applications, and contribute to the organisation’s ongoing growth and sustainability

About You

Proven management and leadership experience, ideally within early childhood education or a related field

Demonstrated ability to inspire, develop, and lead high-performing teams

Passion for delivering positive change and driving continuous improvement in the early years sector

Strong stakeholder engagement skills and a collaborative, values-based approach

Degree-qualified in early childhood education, adult learning, or a related discipline

Highly developed communication, project management, and analytical skills

Why Join Us?

Make a real impact in the lives of children, families, and communities

Be part of a supportive, purpose-driven team committed to professional growth and wellbeing

Enjoy opportunities for ongoing learning, networking, and sector leadership

Contribute to shaping the future of early childhood education in Western Melbourne

If you are a visionary leader ready to champion best practice and deliver lasting change in early childhood education, we want to hear from you.

Apply now to lead with purpose and make a difference where it matters most.