Nurturing the greatness in every child - and in you.
Our Opportunity
Are you a confident, engaging leader who thrives on mentoring teams and building strong community connections?
At First Grammar Lithgow, we’re proud of our deep roots within the local community. From our partnerships with the local school, library programs, and hands-on experiences like visits from Bunnings to build our vegetable garden, our centre is a vibrant and a connected hub where children, families, and educators thrive!
We are seeking a Centre Manager to lead our 80-place service Full time, with ability to support a compressed working week if preferred!
Inspire a high-performing team and willingness to continue building meaningful community relationships.
What You’ll Do:
- Manage daily centre operations, including staffing, budgets, and parent communication.
- Inspire and support Educators and Teachers through coaching, mentoring, and professional growth.
- Design and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities for children’s holistic development.
- Prioritise children’s safety and well-being, adhering to policies and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with all regulations and standards.
- Cultivate a positive, inclusive culture that values teamwork and diversity.
What you’ll bring:
- ACECQA approved Diploma (or higher) in Early Childhood Education.
- Minimum 3 years of experience working in a licensed childcare centre or similar setting, including experience in a leadership role.
- A current Working with Children Check
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a team and manage priorities effectively.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development.
The Perks:
G8 Education is dedicated to empowering our team members with the resources and rewards they deserve. With a network of over 400 early learning centres nationwide, G8 Education offers exceptional resources, benefits and endless opportunities for growth
- Competitive Salary: Enjoy above-award compensation and a bi-annual bonus of up to 12.5%.
- Childcare Benefits of 50% fee discount at any G8 Centre.
- Professional Growth and development with paid training, leadership programs, and access to 400 career opportunities nationwide.
- Flexibility tailored to you. We provide a range of options to suit your lifestyle and needs. Exclusive access to G8's benefits platform, with access to discount 350+ retailers.
- Purchase up to 2 weeks additional leave after 12 months of service.
- Dedicated focus on your personal and professional development, including The First Steps Centre Manager Onboarding and Induction Program, paid training and access to G8’s online Learning Lounge.
Above Else - We’ve Got Your Back!
At G8 Education, we set you up for success with our 6-month Centre Manager First Steps Induction Program. You'll enjoy:
- 4 weeks of hands-on guidance with a Certified Trainer.
- Leadership and development workshops with industry experts.
- Ongoing support from our First Steps Team and your Area Manager.
United by purpose. Guided by values.
At G8 Education, we’re proud to celebrate, support, and inspire our 10,000+ team members as they make a lasting difference in the lives of children and their own.
Driven by our purpose “to nurture the greatness in every child to grow, thrive and learn” and guided by our values, we’re shaping bright futures for children, families, communities, and each other.
Our values: Safety First & Always, Thriving Together, Owning the Outcome, Being the Difference, Building Bright Futures.
Ready to Lead the Way?
If you’re a passionate early education leader who knows how to mix work with a whole lot of joy, we want you on our team! and let’s make a difference together.
If you are a motivated and passionate Early Childhood Education professional with a desire to make a difference in the lives of young children, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
G8 Education is a committed advocate for child protection, safety and wellbeing. We have a zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or harm. The safety and wellbeing of children will always be our priority, and all team members are expected to embrace this shared commitment.
