Anila Recruitment is a specialist talent agency in Outside School Hours Care (OSHC), Early Years Education & Community Services. We partner with reputable Not-for-Profit (NFP) and purpose-driven organisations in the sector.

Our client is dedicated to providing high-quality care and education in a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment. Their large, well-established centre is supported by a passionate team of educators committed to helping children grow, learn, and thrive.

Package: $45 - $50 per hour + government incentive + super + quarterly incentives

This is a leadership position where you’ll lead a large, thriving service. As Centre Manager, you will have overall responsibility for day-to-day operations, quality, compliance and people leadership. You’ll inspire and mentor a talented team, partner closely with families and the community, and drive continuous improvement across the service.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations including staffing, rostering, enrolments/occupancy and centre administration
• Champion high-quality practice and pedagogy aligned to the NQF, EYLF and service philosophy
• Build, coach and performance-develop a high-performing team; lead recruitment and onboarding
• Ensure compliance, risk management, WHS and audit readiness at all times
• Partner with families and the community; manage communications and service reputation
• Drive occupancy growth and sound financial performance (budgeting, fee practices, reporting)
• Lead QIP planning and continuous improvement initiatives

About You: You are a values-driven leader with a strong commitment to early childhood education and service excellence.

You’ll bring:

• Diploma (or higher) in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Proven leadership experience in an Early Childhood or OSHC setting
• Deep knowledge of NQF, EYLF and relevant regulations
• Strong communication, stakeholder management and conflict-resolution skills
• Current Working With Children Check and First Aid (inc. CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis)

What They Offer

• A dedicated off-the-floor Centre Manager role in a large, well-resourced service
• Support from a collaborative leadership team and head office
• Ongoing professional development and clear career pathways
• A warm, inclusive culture that values innovation and excellence
• Competitive hourly rate plus government incentive, super and quarterly incentives

How to Apply Ready to lead a high-performing centre and make a meaningful impact? We’d love to hear from you.

Questions? Contact Andi at [email protected].