Centre Manager Landsdale

We're seeking a committed and experienced Centre Manager to join our leadership team at Tall Tree Early Learning. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a nature-inspired early childhood service grounded in the Reggio Emilia philosophy and a deep commitment to child protection, safety, and well-being.

As Centre Manager, you will play a central role in leading both the educational direction and operational success of the centre. You'll oversee day-to-day management, mentor a passionate team of educators, and foster a high-performing, inclusive, and nurturing environment.

As a Centre Manager, you will be the heart of your service-leading your team, nurturing a strong community connection, and ensuring your centre delivers high-quality, meaningful early learning experiences every day.

In this role, you will:

• Manage daily operations of the service, ensuring excellence across all aspects of centre performance.
• Lead, mentor, and support a team of educators, fostering a professional and passionate workplace culture.
• Maintain compliance with all relevant standards and regulations, including the National Quality Standards (NQS) and Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).
• Build strong relationships with families and the broader community, creating a welcoming and trusted environment.
• Drive a vision of innovation and continuous improvement, ensuring your centre is a leader in early childhood education.
• Champion child safety and wellbeing, embedding safeguarding practices into the everyday rhythm of the service.

• A minimum of 2 years' experience in a leadership role within an early learning or childcare setting.
• An ACECQA-approved Diploma or Bachelor qualification in Early Childhood Education.
• A deep understanding of early childhood frameworks, learning through play, and nature-based education.
• Strong leadership, team-building, and interpersonal skills.
• A passion for creating safe, inspiring environments where children and educators flourish.
• Current Working with Children Check, First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis, and Asthma certifications (or willingness to obtain).
• Child Protection training or willingness to complete relevant courses.

• Competitive salary with Above Award Wages and performance-based incentives.
• 5 weeks of annual leave to support work life balance.
• Up to 95% off childcare gap fees (conditions apply).
• Generous staff appreciation budgets to reward and celebrate our team.
• Ongoing mentoring from a supportive Centre Manager, Assistant Manager, and Educational Leader.
• Opportunities for career growth and internal advancement.
• Access to bespoke training and leadership development.
• Work in a beautifully designed, Reggio inspired centre environment that embraces nature based learning.
• Local, hands on management support that values your voice.
• Complimentary annual flu shot and discounted gym memberships.
• Refer a friend program with bonus incentives.
• Access to hundreds of exclusive retail discounts for team members.