Job Description
Join our team in Aussie Kindies Sunbury!
We have an exceptional full-time opportunity for a dynamic and empowering People Leader with a high-performing mindset to guide and support educators and families. Located on the 5 Spavin Drive, Sunbury, you will be working for one of Australia’s largest childcare groups offering amazing benefits and leadership opportunities.
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.
Affinity Advantages
50% discount on childcare fees from your first day.
Extensive training and development opportunities, with 50% of our promotions from within.
Access to Affinity Learning Academy fully funded and accredited Leadership and Management courses, to advance your career.
Career progression opportunities to work towards a management role e.g. Centre Manager/ Senior Centre Manager/ Area Manager/ Quality Advisor.
30% discount on 12-month membership with Goodlife or Fitness First.
Benefit from wellbeing initiatives with partners like TELUS Health, Bupa insurance benefits, and discounts at over 100 retailers.
About the Centre:
At Aussie Kindies Sunbury, we’ve created a small, safe, and inclusive environment where children feel at home. With a strong family feel and a passionate team of educators, we support every child’s individual learning journey in a warm and welcoming setting. Each day is filled with fun and discovery - whether it’s making friends in our engaging indoor and outdoor play areas, exploring new skills through hands-on learning, or enjoying healthy, delicious meals prepared fresh onsite. Our tailored school readiness program helps children build the confidence and independence they need for a successful transition to primary school.
About the Role
Manage the day to day operations of the Centre/s in line with company policies and procedures, meeting compliance and financial targets.
Create long-lasting connections with your local community including partnerships with families and use your marketing flair to strategically increase occupancy of the service.
Mentor and support the centre/s to Meet/Exceed the National Quality Standards
About you
A Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or ACECQA-approved equivalent qualification
Strong experience in an Assistant Centre Manager or a similar role
A current Working with Children’s Check
Experienced in meeting safety and compliance standard
Why work for Affinity?
Join our values-driven organisation, where incredible people make a genuine difference. Our mission is to inspire and nurture individuals to reach their full potential. It isn’t just about what we do for children, it’s about what we do for our team, too. Affinity allows our people to shine – so we can deliver the best in early education!
Our Curriculum:
Our educators and teachers are trained and accredited in the Lifelong Learning Curriculum which is Australia’s most advanced approach to early education for children from birth to age five. It is based on the belief that learning and development occurs most successfully when supported by nurturing and engaged educators, in partnership with families and communities. This curriculum draws on the best models of early education, contemporary research and evidence informed practices such as Circle of Security, Abecedarian, and Project Based learning.
Our Safety Commitment
At Affinity, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual is treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to upholding 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 Safety Commitment also prioritises the safety, rights, and wellbeing of our employees and their families.
We have an exceptional full-time opportunity for a dynamic and empowering People Leader with a high-performing mindset to guide and support educators and families. Located on the 5 Spavin Drive, Sunbury, you will be working for one of Australia’s largest childcare groups offering amazing benefits and leadership opportunities.
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.
Affinity Advantages
50% discount on childcare fees from your first day.
Extensive training and development opportunities, with 50% of our promotions from within.
Access to Affinity Learning Academy fully funded and accredited Leadership and Management courses, to advance your career.
Career progression opportunities to work towards a management role e.g. Centre Manager/ Senior Centre Manager/ Area Manager/ Quality Advisor.
30% discount on 12-month membership with Goodlife or Fitness First.
Benefit from wellbeing initiatives with partners like TELUS Health, Bupa insurance benefits, and discounts at over 100 retailers.
About the Centre:
At Aussie Kindies Sunbury, we’ve created a small, safe, and inclusive environment where children feel at home. With a strong family feel and a passionate team of educators, we support every child’s individual learning journey in a warm and welcoming setting. Each day is filled with fun and discovery - whether it’s making friends in our engaging indoor and outdoor play areas, exploring new skills through hands-on learning, or enjoying healthy, delicious meals prepared fresh onsite. Our tailored school readiness program helps children build the confidence and independence they need for a successful transition to primary school.
About the Role
Manage the day to day operations of the Centre/s in line with company policies and procedures, meeting compliance and financial targets.
Create long-lasting connections with your local community including partnerships with families and use your marketing flair to strategically increase occupancy of the service.
Mentor and support the centre/s to Meet/Exceed the National Quality Standards
About you
A Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or ACECQA-approved equivalent qualification
Strong experience in an Assistant Centre Manager or a similar role
A current Working with Children’s Check
Experienced in meeting safety and compliance standard
Why work for Affinity?
Join our values-driven organisation, where incredible people make a genuine difference. Our mission is to inspire and nurture individuals to reach their full potential. It isn’t just about what we do for children, it’s about what we do for our team, too. Affinity allows our people to shine – so we can deliver the best in early education!
Our Curriculum:
Our educators and teachers are trained and accredited in the Lifelong Learning Curriculum which is Australia’s most advanced approach to early education for children from birth to age five. It is based on the belief that learning and development occurs most successfully when supported by nurturing and engaged educators, in partnership with families and communities. This curriculum draws on the best models of early education, contemporary research and evidence informed practices such as Circle of Security, Abecedarian, and Project Based learning.
Our Safety Commitment
At Affinity, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual is treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to upholding 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 Safety Commitment also prioritises the safety, rights, and wellbeing of our employees and their families.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Assistant Centre Manager position is now open for candidates interested in the Education Jobs sector. This role in Melbourne offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Education Jobs is a plus.
