Assistant Centre Manager Aspire Early Education & Kindergarten Location: Kalkallo, Victoria
Join Aspire Early Education & Kindergarten Aspire Early Education & Kindergarten is seeking a passionate and experienced
Assistant Centre Manager to join our welcoming team at our
Kalkallo centre.
This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside an experienced Centre Manager, supporting the day to day operations of a thriving early learning service while helping to create exceptional outcomes for children, families, and educators.
If you are an experienced educator or emerging leader who enjoys mentoring teams, building meaningful relationships, and driving quality practices, this role offers genuine career progression within one of Australia's fastest growing early education providers.
Connect. Learn. Grow.
At Aspire, our purpose is to shape a positive future for children through our
Connect. Learn. Grow. philosophy. We create environments where children, families, and educators feel connected, inspired, and supported to thrive.
With centres across Victoria, New South Wales, and Western Australia, Aspire continues to grow while remaining committed to providing exceptional early learning experiences and investing in our people.
About Kalkallo Our
Kalkallo centre is a purpose built early learning service designed to provide children with engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments that inspire curiosity and creativity.
Our experienced leadership team is passionate about supporting educators to succeed, creating a positive workplace culture, and building strong partnerships with families and the local community. At Kalkallo, you will be part of a collaborative team committed to delivering high quality education and care while making a meaningful difference in the lives of children every day.
The Opportunity Working closely with the Centre Manager, you will play a key leadership role in supporting the daily operations of the service while mentoring educators and driving high quality outcomes across all areas of the centre.
Key Responsibilities - Support the Centre Manager with the day to day leadership and operations of the service
- Mentor, coach, and inspire educators to deliver engaging educational programs
- Build positive relationships with children, families, and the local community
- Support compliance with the National Quality Framework, Education and Care Services Regulations, and Aspire policies
- Assist with enrolments, occupancy, rostering, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative team culture
- Support the achievement of quality, operational, and financial goals
- Contribute to a safe, welcoming, and inspiring learning environment
About You You are a motivated and approachable leader who is passionate about early childhood education and enjoys supporting teams to succeed.
To be successful, you will have:
- ACECQA approved Diploma or Bachelor of Early Childhood Education
- Previous experience as an Assistant Centre Manager, Educational Leader, Lead Educator, or in a similar leadership role
- Strong understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework, National Quality Standard, and Education and Care Services Regulations
- Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship building skills
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
- Current First Aid, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis qualifications
- Current Working With Children Check
- Current National Police Check
- Experience using XAP or similar childcare management software will be highly regarded
Why Join Aspire? - 50% childcare gap fee discount at Aspire centres
- Paid Birthday Leave
- Ongoing professional development and leadership pathways
- Supportive Area Manager and experienced leadership team
- Employee Assistance Program available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- Competitive salary package
- Opportunities for career growth across our expanding network of centres
Our Values At Aspire, our values guide everything we do: - Inspiring and Nurturing
- Building Trust
- Empowering Excellence
- Connecting Communities
Child Safety Commitment Aspire Early Education & Kindergarten is committed to safeguarding children and promoting their wellbeing. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and supported. We proudly support Reconciliation and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Ready to Take the Next Step? If you are ready to grow your leadership career and become part of a passionate team dedicated to shaping the future of early childhood education, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and join Aspire Early Education & Kindergarten at Kalkallo.
