At Chipping Norton Montessori, we believe every child deserves a safe, inspiring, and nurturing environment where they can thrive. Our purpose-built 70-place centre caters for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years and features recently renovated outdoor environments, spacious learning areas,
and a passionate team dedicated to delivering exceptional early education and care.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Centre Manager to lead our service and inspire our team to deliver outstanding outcomes for children, families, and educators.
If you are a passionate leader who values relationships, quality education, and creating meaningful experiences for children, we would love to hear from you.
About the Role
As our Centre Manager, you will play a key leadership role in fostering a positive and high-performing culture across the service. You will mentor and support educators, drive operational excellence, and ensure the centre consistently delivers high-quality education and care aligned with the National Quality Standards. The role is full-time (38 hours per week), Monday to Friday.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading, mentoring, and inspiring a team of educators
- Creating a warm, welcoming, and inclusive environment for children and families
- Driving a strong culture of collaboration, professionalism, and continuous improvement
- Ensuring compliance with the National Quality Framework, EYLF 2.0, and centre policies
- Supporting occupancy growth and maintaining strong community relationships
- Managing day-to-day operations including staffing, rosters, and performance
- Building positive partnerships with families and the local community
- Maintaining a safe, engaging, and enriching learning environment
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA-approved equivalent)
- Minimum 2 years’ experience working as a Centre Manager within the Early Childhood Education and Care sector
- Strong knowledge of the EYLF 2.0, National Quality Standards, and relevant legislation
- First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certifications
- Current Working With Children Check
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills
- A genuine passion for mentoring educators and supporting children to thrive
Why Join Us?
At Chipping Norton Montessori, we value our people and are committed to creating a supportive workplace where you can grow and succeed.
We Offer:
💰 Competitive Salary
👶 50% Childcare Discount
📚 Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
⚖️ Flexible working options to support work-life balance
🎉 Additional wellbeing leave including: birthday leave, self-care day, two cultural celebration days annually
💼 Salary sacrifice benefit for superannuation with employer matching contributions
🤝 Supportive leadership team and positive workplace culture
🌿 Beautiful purpose-built learning environments
⭐ Opportunity to make a genuine impact in the lives of children, families, and educators
🚀 Career growth opportunities within a growing organisation
❤️ Be part of a passionate team that values collaboration, respect, and wellbeing
Child Safety Commitment
Chipping Norton Montessori is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children in our care. Child Safety is embedded throughout our service policies and procedures, and we acknowledge our role in protecting children from harm by providing a safe environment where they can grow and
flourish. We are committed to upholding the Child Safe Standards and have zero tolerance for child abuse in any form.
Join Our Team
If you are ready to lead a passionate team and help shape a positive early learning journey for children and families, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now and become part of a centre where children, families, and educators flourish together.
