Assistant Centre Manager

We have an exciting full-time opportunity for a confident and empowering people leader to join our team at Milestones Early Learning Flinders View. Located in the growing Ipswich region, this role is perfect for a high-performing Centre Manager who is passionate about leading teams, building strong community connections, and delivering exceptional outcomes for children and families.

As part of one of Australia’s largest early education providers, you’ll benefit from genuine career pathways, strong operational support, and a values-driven culture.

At Affinity Education, we invest in our people because we know they are at the heart of everything we do.

Affinity Advantages include:

• 50% discount on childcare fees from your first day
• Scholarships to support your Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education
• Ongoing training and development, with 50% of leadership roles filled internally
• Fully funded leadership and management courses through our Affinity Learning Academy
• Clear career pathways, including progression to Centre Manager and beyond
• 30% discount on Goodlife or Fitness First memberships
• Access to wellbeing programs including TELUS Health, Bupa benefits, and discounts at over 100 retailers

Milestones Flinders View is a welcoming and community-focused centre, offering a supportive environment for both children and educators. With a strong focus on teamwork, quality education, and meaningful family partnerships, the centre provides an excellent opportunity for a leader to build on an already positive culture and drive continued success.

In this leadership role, you will:

• Oversee the daily operations of the centre, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
• Lead, mentor, and inspire your team to achieve high-quality practices aligned with the National Quality Standards
• Build strong relationships with families and the local community to support occupancy growth
• Drive performance outcomes, including financial targets and team engagement
• Foster a positive, collaborative and high-performing culture

You will bring:

• A Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA-approved equivalent)
• Proven experience in a Centre Manager role
• A current Working with Children Check
• A strong track record in achieving operational, compliance, and performance targets
• A passion for leadership, team development, and delivering high-quality early education

Our educators are trained in our Lifelong Learning Curriculum—Australia’s most advanced approach to early childhood education. Grounded in contemporary research and evidence-based practices, it incorporates frameworks such as Circle of Security, Abecedarian, and Project-Based Learning, ensuring every child is supported to thrive.

At Affinity, we are a values-driven organisation where our people make a genuine difference. Our mission is to inspire and nurture individuals to reach their full potential—both children and educators alike. We create an environment where our teams can grow, succeed, and truly shine.

Affinity 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.

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual is treated with respect and dignity. We uphold the safety, rights and wellbeing of all children and promote a culture of child safety with a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm. Our commitment also extends to the safety, wellbeing, and rights of our employees and their families.

We are proud to be a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to responding to every applicant.