Assistant Centre Manager

Joinourteam at Milestones Westbrook 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 in the "Garden State," where country meets the modern elements, you will be working for one of Australia’s largest childcare groups, offering amazing benefits and leadership opportunities. Affinity is a Child Safe Organisation, where 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. 10% worker retention payments for all employees, increasing to 15 % in December 2025 Scholarships for a Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, company funded Extensive training and development opportunities, with 50% of our promotions from within. Access to Affinity Learning Academy's 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 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 Milestones Westbrook is located in Toowoomba and set within the lush country surroundings of the "Garden State". Our centre is welcoming and vibrant, where children aged 0-5 can feel right at home. Our passionate educators are here to support your little one through each stage of their early learning journey, creating a nurturing space where curiosity, confidence, and joy flourish. With thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor learning zones, including a large playground, every day is an opportunity for children to explore, play, and discover. Our onsite chef prepares fresh, healthy meals daily, keeping little bodies nourished and ready for big adventures. 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 a Centre Manager role A current Working with Children’s Check Experienced in achieving targets and 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 isAustralia’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 are a 2024 Circle back Initiative Employer. We are committed to responding to every applicant. LOVE. LEARN. GROW. Apply now #J-18808-Ljbffr