Assistant Centre Manager

Build your brighter future with Buttercups Childcare Are you ready to make a real impact in the lives of children and their families? At Buttercups Childcare, we’re not just an independent childcare and early learning service provider – we’re a team of passionate educators dedicated to shaping brighter futures. Founded and managed in West Australia, with a commitment to providing exceptional care, we offer the perfect environment to grow your career whilst making a difference every day. Why choose Buttercups? Competitive salary to reward your hard work. Up to 95% staff discount on childcare fees – because we believe in supporting our team. Mentorship & Support from highly engaged managers to help you succeed. Ongoing professional development to fuel your growth. Team building and staff development events that make work feel like fun Be part of something special: Contribute to a fast‑growing, dynamic company. Comprehensive induction to immerse you in the Buttercups culture. Celebrating our educators with the Worker Retention Payment From the day you start you will receive Buttercups above award wages and the WRP 10%. This payment is a well‑earned acknowledgment of the passion, skill, and commitment of our incredible educators. Your next big opportunity: Assistant Centre Manager for our Lakeland centre We are seeking an experienced Educator/Room Leader ready to take the next step in their career and join our brand-new centre in Lakeland as an Assistant Centre Manager. In this role, you will be: Collaborating with the Centre Manager to manage the daily operations and administrative tasks of the Centre. Taking responsibility as the Educational Leader for the development, implementation, and ongoing reflection of a high‑quality program that aligns with our Service’s values and philosophy. Inspiring, mentoring, and guiding educators to ensure best practices and continuous professional development. Fostering a positive and empowering workplace culture that prioritizes exceptional care and educational outcomes. Supporting the team in programming and practice, working off the floor to provide guidance and assistance. Working within a Community of Practice alongside other Buttercups educational leaders to create and drive a curriculum that nurtures a love of learning in children. Overseeing the presentation of each room and outdoor environment, ensuring a clean, organized, and welcoming space that creates a warm and inviting atmosphere for both children and families. What you bring to the table: A Bachelor of Education or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or ACECQA approved equivalent. Room Leader experience is essential, with Educational Leadership experience highly preferred. A deep understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework, National Quality Standards, and Education and Care Regulations . Exceptional leadership and mentoring abilities. Ability to establish and nurture positive relationships with staff, children and families. Knowledge of CCS compliance and proficiency navigating CCS software. Experience with Xplor and OWNA is highly regarded. A current First Aid certificate , WWCC , and Police Clearance (or the ability to obtain at onboarding). Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and start building a brighter future for children, families, and yourself. Please include your CV, qualifications, and any supporting documents relevant to your application. Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr