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Childcare Centre Manager/Nominated Supervisor | Heidelberg | Full-Time
Montessori Academy Pty Ltd —Heidelberg West VIC
- Full-time
- Childcare
- Management
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Employee discount
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TeamKids - OSHC / Childcare - Coordinator (Director of Service)
TeamKids —Aberfeldie VIC
- $78,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Work from home
- Employee assistance program
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Outside School Hours Care Area Manager - Central & Eastern Suburbs of VIC
The Extend Group —Docklands VIC
- $90,000 - $99,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Education
- First Aid Certification
- Associate degree
- Travel reimbursement
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Educational Leader (St Helena)
Story House Early Learning —Eltham North VIC
- Full-time
- Employee discount
- Free food
Casual Educator
Story House Early Learning —Bundoora VIC
- Employee discount
- Free food
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Senior Case Manager
Austin Health —Heidelberg VIC
- Full-time
- Research
- Case management
- Health insurance
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Case Manager
Austin Health —Heidelberg VIC
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Hospital experience
- Health insurance
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Case Manager-YEPS
Austin Health —Heidelberg VIC
- Full-time
- Working with children
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Health insurance
- Employee assistance program
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Educator
Eden Academy —Thomastown VIC
- Part-time
- First Aid Certification
Mobile Mentor Coordinator - Ringwood and Surrounds
Junior Adventures Group —Ringwood East VIC
- Part-time
- Leadership
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2026 TeamKids - OSHC / Childcare - Coordinator (Director of Service)
TeamKids —Armadale VIC
- $77,434.76 a year
- Part-time
- Work from home
- Employee assistance program
Operations Manager — Early Childhood Education | South East Melbourne
QuickCare —Melbourne VIC
- $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Leadership
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OSHC Area Manager - Northern Suburbs
TheirCare —Reservoir VIC
- Full-time
- Childcare
- Management
- Working with children
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Senior Mental Health Clinician- Adolescent Intensive Management (AIM) Team
Austin Health —Heidelberg VIC
- Full-time
- Working with children
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Health insurance
- Employee assistance program
9d
Senior Clinician
Austin Health —Heidelberg VIC
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- Annual leave
9h
2IC
Story House Early Learning —Mernda VIC
- Part-time
- Employee discount
- Free food
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Food Services Supervisor
Austin Health —Heidelberg VIC
- Culinary experience
- Supervising experience
- Organisational skills
- Health insurance
Educator
Story House Early Learning —Reservoir VIC
- Part-time
- Employee discount
- Free food
Patient Services Assistant
Austin Health —Heidelberg VIC
- Part-time
- Communication skills
- Hospital experience
- Health insurance
Customer and Commercial Manager
Healius Corp. —Heidelberg VIC
- Full-time
- Business development
- Leadership
- Health insurance
- Employee assistance program
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Childcare Centre Manager/Nominated Supervisor | Heidelberg | Full-Time

Montessori Academy Pty Ltd
Heidelberg West VIC

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Health insurance
Employee discount
Gym membership
Childcare assistance
Insurance services
Opportunities for promotion

Qualifications

Childcare
Management
Early childhood education
Bachelor's degree
First Aid Certification
Diploma
Working with Children Check
Leadership
Communication skills
Early Childhood Education

Full Job Description

Montessori experience not essential - ample training provided
Brand new purpose-built centre
Ample opportunities for career progression

The Company

Established in 2000, Montessori Academy is Australia’s leading and largest provider of Montessori early childhood education for children under the age of six. We are a child-safe organisation with a vision to provide children with an early learning experience that prepares them not only for school, but for life.

With campuses across NSW/ACT, VIC and China, Montessori Academy offers excellent career development opportunities, high-quality training programs, and genuine pathways for growth. For us, excellence in education is a journey and we’re with you every step of the way.

For more information, visit: www.montessoriacademy.com.au

Heidelberg (New 100-Place Centre Opening)

We are excited to be opening a brand-new 100-place Montessori Academy centre in Heidelberg, VIC, featuring 6 purpose-designed Montessori classrooms.

This state-of-the-art early learning environment has been designed to deliver high-quality Montessori education across all age groups, with carefully prepared indoor learning spaces and engaging outdoor environments that support independence, exploration, and holistic development.
The centre will feature:

6 Montessori classrooms designed for mixed-age learning
Purpose-built learning environments with authentic Montessori materials
Expansive outdoor play spaces designed for physical development, creativity, and nature-based exploration

The Role

As a Nominated Supervisor, you will lead the daily operations of this new 100-place service, ensuring excellence in education, care, compliance, and leadership from day one.

You will guide, support, and supervise educators, staff, and volunteers to ensure all practice aligns with the service philosophy, policies and procedures, the National Quality Framework (NQF), and National Quality Standard (NQS).
Key responsibilities include:

Leading the establishment and daily operation of a new 100-place centre
Acting as Responsible Person In Charge (RPIC) on site
Ensuring the health, safety, and wellbeing of all children, families, and staff
Leading and supporting educators in the EYLF and Montessori curriculum
Driving high-quality practice and continuous improvement from opening
Overseeing compliance, documentation, and operational systems
Building strong relationships with families and the local Heidelberg community
Supporting occupancy growth and successful centre establishment

Key Competencies

Strong understanding of early childhood legislation, compliance, and regulations
Leadership, mentoring, and team development capability
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Strong operational and organisational management skills
Ability to lead a brand-new service environment
Strong family engagement and communication ability
Curriculum planning and educational leadership experience
Understanding and application of the Montessori philosophy
Passion for high-quality early childhood education

Essential Criteria

Minimum 2+ years’ experience managing a childcare service
Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education (ACECQA approved) or working towards
Current Working With Children Check
First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework including:
- National Quality Standards (NQS)
- National Regulations
- Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
Ability to work rotating shifts between 7:00am – 6:00pm, Monday to Friday

What We Offer

Be part of a brand-new 100-place Heidelberg centre opening
Strong training and Montessori professional development programs
Career progression opportunities across a national organisation
Paid programming time
Staff discounts (childcare, health insurance, gym memberships, and more)
Generous resource budgets
Supportive leadership team and collaborative culture

Apply Now

If you’re ready to lead a new 100-place service and make a lasting impact from day one, we’d love to hear from you.

As part of your application, please include a short video recording (2–3 minutes) outlining:

Your leadership experience in early childhood education
Your understanding of compliance and quality frameworks (NQF/NQS)
Why you are suited to lead a brand-new Heidelberg centre

Applications can be submitted via the apply link.

Alternatively, contact our Human Resources team at: [email protected]

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