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Job Title


Centre Manager


Company : Poplars Early Learning - Jerrabomberra


Location : Barton, Australian Capital Territory


Created : 2026-03-18


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

About the role This is an opportunity to lead an incredible leader to inspire our passionate team to great things. We are looking for a dynamic leader, someone extraordinary, who has a total commitment to high quality care and education in a child safe environment. This team has been handpicked for a new service opening, and we have an equally committed team of operational support staff and approved provider. Do you believe the best possible start in life brings a future of possibilities? Then you could be our leader of this beautiful service. 108 licensed places coming soon (subject to the Department Education Service approval). What youll be doing Providing strong leadership and direction to the teaching team, fostering a collaborative and positive work culture Overseeing the development, implementation and continuous improvement of educational programs that align with the Early Years Learning Framework Ensuring strict compliance with all relevant regulations, policies and procedures to maintain the centres quality rating Managing the centres budget, staffing, rostering, and administrative responsibilities Building positive relationships with families, the local community and key stakeholders Championing professional development opportunities for the teaching team Be a champion for your team with a sense of fun What were looking for Minimum 5 years experience in a centre manager or equivalent role in the early childhood education sector Tertiary qualification in Early Childhood Education or a related field Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with families and the community Sound knowledge of the National Quality Framework and regulatory requirements Proficient in financial management and administrationPassion for providing highquality early childhood education and care What we offer At Poplars Early Learning, we are committed to supporting our employees growth and development. We offer competitive remuneration, ongoing training and development opportunities, and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to promote a positive worklife balance. Join our passionate team and make a lasting impact on the lives of the children in our care. Application We encourage you to apply now. Your application will include the following questions: Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years experience do you have as a centre manager? How many years of people management experience do you have? Do you have experience in administration? Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the early years learning framework? Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the National Quality Framework? Do you have experience preparing work rosters? Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check? #J-18808-Ljbffr