Centre Manager / Director

• Above-award salary + $5K sign-on bonus.
• Independence to Manage and Lead the Centre Effectively
• Discounted Childcare Fees

Welcome to our BRAND NEW Centre in South Australia - Eden Academy Happy Valley. We are a child safe organisation, committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of all children.

Operating from 6:30am to 6:30pm, we offer a nurturing environment with natural play spaces, open-plan rooms filled with natural light, and abundant age-appropriate resources. With both indoor and outdoor play areas, we create the perfect setting for 99 children to explore, grow, and thrive.

About You

As our new Centre Manager, you will :

• Lead with kindness, inclusivity, and a commitment to quality care
• Passionate and impactful leader with a focus on children and educators
• Inspires teams to deliver exceptional learning environments
• Empowers educators to nurture children’s independence and curiosity
• Builds strong connections with families and supports teams through open, thoughtful communication
• Creates a joyful, caring space that promotes meaningful growth for all.

What You’ll Bring :

• You'll hold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education (or an ACECQA-recognised equivalent)
• A current Working with Children Check
• Legally ready to shine with full Australian working rights
• Safety-conscious with a current Child Protection certificate
• Responsible and ready with your Food Safety Supervisor certificate
• A warm, approachable and professional manner
• You love building strong, meaningful connections with families and the local community
• Two professional references are required, including one from a manager or supervisor in a childcare or education setting.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us :

• Above-award salary + 15% Worker Retention Payment
• $5,000 sign-on bonus*
• Monthly Centre Manager meetings to collaborate with other like-minded Leaders across the business
• Centre Directors Day and Annual conferences
• Flexible Budgets
• Monthly equipment and resource budget
• Direct Access to Leadership and Owners
• Financial support for ongoing education to help you grow
• Rewards for referring family and friends
• Opportunities to transfer across our centres.

About Us :

At Eden Academy, we’re more than a childcare centre, we’re a family. When our educators feel a true sense of belonging, this love and care flows naturally to the children, families and extended communities.