Empowering Leadership Opportunity at Affinity Education Group
We are seeking a dynamic and ambitious Assistant Centre Manager to join our team at Milestones Smithfield.
This is an exciting full-time opportunity for a results-driven People Leader who can guide and support educators and families to achieve exceptional outcomes.
Located in sunny Cairns, you will be working for one of Australia's largest childcare groups, offering excellent benefits and career advancement opportunities.
Affinity Advantages
* Scholarships for Bachelor or Master's degrees in early childhood education.
* Extensive training and development, with 50% of promotions from within.
* Access to fully funded and accredited Leadership and Management courses via Affinity Learning Academy.
* Career progression towards roles like Senior Centre Manager, Area Manager, or Quality Advisor.
* Discounts on memberships with Goodlife or Fitness First.
* Wellbeing initiatives with partners like TELUS Health, Bupa, and discounts at over 100 retailers.
About The Role
* Manage daily operations of the Centre(s), ensuring compliance and meeting financial targets.
* Create community connections and partner with families; use marketing skills to increase occupancy.
* Mentor and support the centre(s) to meet/exceed the National Quality Standards.
About You
* Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or ACECQA-approved equivalent.
* Strong experience in a Centre Manager role.
* Current Working with Children's Check.
* Experience in achieving targets and ensuring safety and compliance.
Our Values-Driven Organisation
Join us in inspiring and nurturing individuals, making a difference in children's lives and supporting our team to shine.
Our Curriculum
We adopt the Lifelong Learning Curriculum, Australia's most advanced early education approach, based on nurturing partnerships with families and communities, incorporating models like Circle of Security, Abecedarian, and Project-Based Learning.
Our Safety Commitment
We foster an inclusive, diverse workplace prioritising safety, rights, and wellbeing of children, employees, and their families. We uphold a zero-tolerance policy on child abuse and harm.