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Join to apply for the Centre Manager- Craigieburn role at Aspire Early Education & Kindergarten. We''re opening the doors to our brand-new Aspire Craigieburn centre in January 2026, and we''re looking for an experienced Centre Manager who loves building something from the ground up. This is a rare opportunity to lead a new centre from day onesetting the culture, opening the doors with confidence, and creating a warm, connected environment where children, families and educators feel they truly belong. Connect. Learn. Grow. With Aspire at Aspire Early Education & Kindergarten, our purpose is to shape a positive future for children through our Connect, Learn and Grow philosophy. This vision extends beyond our learning rooms to our educators, families and the wider community. We value collaboration, genuine connection and a shared passion for learning. Why Youll Love Working at Aspire Beautiful, purpose built centre with inspiring learning spaces Supportive leadership team with handson guidance from an experienced Area Manager 50% gap fee discount at any Aspire centre Ongoing professional development, leadership training and networking opportunities Access to an Employee Assistance Program Competitive salary and generous benefits $47$50ph A growing organisation with clear pathways for career progression About the Role As Centre Manager, youll play a pivotal role in bringing the Craigieburn centre to life. Youll lead the centre opening, build a strong and values-driven team, and ensure high-quality education and care from the very beginning. Your Responsibilities Will Include Leading the centre opening and day-to-day operations Recruiting, mentoring and supporting a high-performing team Establishing strong systems, routines and centre culture Maintaining high standards of education, care and compliance Building meaningful relationships with families and the local community Supporting occupancy growth, engagement and long-term centre success About You Youre a confident, handson Centre Manager who thrives in new environments and enjoys leading centre openings from concept to reality. You bring strong organisational skills, calm leadership and the ability to build momentum, culture and engagement from day one. Youll Bring A Diploma or Bachelor of Early Childhood Education Proven experience as a Centre Manager, with experience opening new centres or leading centres through growth phasesStrong operational and leadership capability, including setting up teams, systems and routines The ability to inspire, mentor and retain a high-performing team A warm, professional communication style and strong relationship-building skills Sound knowledge of Regulations and the National Quality Standards A strong commitment to high-quality education, compliance and continuous improvement Current First Aid, Asthma & Anaphylaxis and Food Safety Supervisor certificates Current Working with Children Check and Police Check Our Values Inspiring & Nurturing Creating environments where children feel supported, confident and excited to learn Building Trust Fostering open communication and meaningful relationships Empowering Excellence Supporting educator growth through mentoring and development Connecting Communities Creating inclusive, supportive spaces for children, families and teams Aspire Early Education & Kindergarten is committed to providing a safe, inclusive environment that supports child safety, wellbeing, participation and cultural safety. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and proudly support Reconciliation and a strong sense of belonging for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. #J-18808-Ljbffr