Young Academics Early Learning Centre is a leading and rapidly expanding provider with more than 45 centres across New South Wales. We are currently seeking a passionate and experienced Assistant Centre Manager to join our Rouse Hill (Adelphi) leadership team

As an Assistant Centre Manager, you will assist with daily operations and leadership of the centre, working closely with the Centre Manager to deliver outstanding outcomes. You’ll help lead the team, ensure compliance, support high-quality programs, and build strong relationships with families and the wider community.

A great opportunity to mentor others, influence centre-wide success, and step into Centre Manager duties when required.

This position is a full-time role - Monday to Friday between 6:30 am - 6 pm.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational and leadership support to the Centre Manager and broader team.
• Contribute to daily compliance, audits, and centre checklists to maintain safety and quality.
• Assist in the mentoring and development of educators through coaching, supervision and ongoing feedback.
• Build strong relationships with families, managing communication and feedback promptly and professionally.
• Monitor learning environments, classroom displays and resources to ensure alignment with Young Academics’ standards.
• Build strong partnerships with families and the local community.

• Assist with managing budgets, occupancy, rostering, and administrative tasks efficiently to optimise the centre's performance.
• Demonstrate a strong attention to detail in keeping accurate records & evaluating programs.
• Guide processes and systems within the centre, adhering to the ECA Code of Ethics, specifically experience with OWNA or willingness to learn.

About you:

• Advocate for Early Childhood and Young Academics Early Learning Centre

• Minimum of 2 years' experience leading and managing an Early Learning Centre
• Bachelor’s in Early Childhood and Care or Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care from a nationally approved registered training organisation or an ACECQA-approved childcare qualification.
• Current First Aid & CPR Certificate
• Valid Employee Working with Children Check
• Child Protection Certificate (NSW Department of Education approved)
• Commitment to upholding a Child Safe Organisation and inclusive practices

Child Safety Matters
At Young Academics, we prioritise children’s safety and well-being. Our values and actions, and decisions are guided by our genuine commitment to upholding the rights, interests, needs, and voices of the children in our care.