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Job Title


Centre Manager


Company : Affinity Education Group


Location : Smithfield, Australia


Created : 2025-06-18


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join our team at Milestones Early Learning SmithfieldWe have an exceptional full-time opportunity for a dynamic and empowering People Leader with a high-performing mindset to guide and support educators and families.Located in sunny Cairns in the suburb of Smithfield, you will be working for one of Australias largest childcare groups, offering amazing benefits and leadership opportunities.Affinity is a Child Safe Organisation, and child safety is our highest priority. We are committed to creating environments where children feel safe, supported, and valued.Affinity AdvantagesExclusive bonus program offering generous cash incentives.10% Government workers grant offered.50% discount on childcare fees from your first day.Scholarships for Bachelor or Master''s degree in early childhood education.Extensive training and development opportunities, with 50% of our promotions from within.Access to Affinity Learning Academy fully funded and accredited Leadership and Management courses, to advance your career.Career progression opportunities to work towards management roles such as Senior Centre Manager, Area Manager, or Quality Advisor.30% discount on 12-month memberships with Goodlife or Fitness First.Wellbeing initiatives with partners like TELUS Health, Bupa insurance benefits, and discounts at over 100 retailers.About the CentreWelcome to Milestones Smithfield. Our wonderful centre is looking for its next Centre Manager to lead and guide the service to success. With a supportive leadership team, frequent Area Manager visits, and support from our Brisbane CSO, this is a great opportunity to work towards your career goals. The Centre Manager Ownership program offers success rewards through yearly bonus payouts and Affinity advantages. Apply today to take the next step in your career.About the RoleManage the day-to-day operations of the Centre(s) in line with company policies and procedures, meeting compliance and financial targets.Create long-lasting connections with the local community, including partnerships with families, and use your marketing skills to strategically increase occupancy.Mentor and support the centre(s) to Meet/Exceed the National Quality Standards.About YouA Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or an ACECQA-approved equivalent qualification.Strong experience in a Centre Manager role.A current Working with Childrens Check.Experience in achieving targets and meeting safety and compliance standards.Why Work for Affinity?Join our values-driven organisation, where incredible people make a genuine difference. Our mission is to inspire and nurture individuals to reach their full potential. Its not just about what we do for children, but also what we do for our team. Affinity allows our people to shineso we can deliver the best in early education!Our CurriculumOur educators and teachers are trained and accredited in the Lifelong Learning Curriculum, Australias most advanced approach to early education for children from birth to age five. Its based on the belief that learning and development occur most successfully when supported by nurturing, engaged educators, in partnership with families and communities. This curriculum incorporates models like Circle of Security, Abecedarian, and Project-Based Learning.Our Safety CommitmentAt Affinity, we foster an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual is treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to upholding the safety, rights, and wellbeing of all children and promote a culture of child safety with a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm. We also prioritize the safety, rights, and wellbeing of our employees and their families.We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer. We are committed to responding to every applicant.LOVE. LEARN. GROW. Apply now! #J-18808-Ljbffr