We have an exceptional full-time opportunity for a dynamic and empowering Centre Manager with a high-performing mindset to lead, inspire, and support our educators, children, and families at Milestones Early Learning Caboolture.
Conveniently located in the growing Moreton Bay region, our centre offers welcoming learning environments designed to support children's development, curiosity, and sense of belonging. You will be joining one of Australia's largest childcare groups, with access to outstanding benefits, career progression opportunities, and industry-leading professional development.
Affinity Education 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.
- 50% discount on childcare fees from your first day.
- Scholarships for Bachelor or Master's degrees in Early Childhood Education.
- Extensive training and development opportunities, with 50% of promotions coming from within.
- Access to the Affinity Learning Academy's fully funded and accredited Leadership and Management courses.
- Career progression opportunities, including Centre Manager, Senior Centre Manager, Area Manager, and Quality Advisor pathways.
- 30% discount on a 12-month membership with Goodlife or Fitness First.
- Access to wellbeing initiatives through partners such as TELUS Health, Bupa, and discounts at more than 100 retailers.
Milestones Early Learning Caboolture is a welcoming, family-focused centre committed to delivering high-quality early education and care. Our purpose-built learning environments are designed to inspire children's curiosity, creativity, and confidence while supporting their individual learning journeys. We pride ourselves on building strong relationships with families and our local community, creating a nurturing environment where children feel safe, supported, and ready to thrive. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a passionate team and make a meaningful impact in a growing community.
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the centre in line with company policies and procedures, while achieving compliance and financial targets.
- Build lasting relationships with families and the local community, using your leadership and marketing expertise to drive occupancy growth.
- Lead, mentor, and inspire your team to achieve and maintain high-quality outcomes in line with the National Quality Standards.
- Foster a positive culture focused on collaboration, professional growth, and exceptional educational outcomes for children.
- Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA-approved equivalent qualification).
- Proven experience in a Centre Manager leadership role.
- Current Working with Children's Check.
- Demonstrated ability to achieve business targets while maintaining high standards of safety, compliance, and quality.
- Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Join our values-driven organisation, where incredible people make a genuine difference every day. Our mission is to inspire and nurture individuals to reach their full potential. It's not just about what we do for children, it's about what we do for our team too. At Affinity, we empower our people to shine so we can deliver the very best in early education.
Our educators and teachers are trained and accredited in the Lifelong Learning Curriculum, Australia's most advanced approach to early education for children from birth to age five. Drawing on contemporary research and evidence-informed practices including Circle of Security, Abecedarian, and Project-Based Learning, our curriculum supports children to become confident, capable, and lifelong learners.
At Affinity, we are dedicated to fostering 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 maintain a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm. Our commitment also extends to the safety and wellbeing of our employees and their families.
We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer and are committed to responding to every applicant.
