Centre Manager | Saltwater Coast | Point Cook

Centre Manager | Saltwater Coast | Point Cook 95,000 - 112,000 plus KPI bonuses and ECEC grant.

At AMIGA Montessori, we are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children. As a child-safe organisation, we actively promote and embed child safety in everything we do. Our centres are equipped with CCTV, and we have a strict no mobile phone policy in all classrooms to support a safe and transparent environment. We take all allegations of misconduct seriously and respond immediately and thoroughly. All applicants will be subject to reference checks and are required to provide a current Working with Children Check and proof of their right to work in Australia.

AMIGA Montessori is a Victorian-based, family-owned, and values-driven organisation providing quality education and care for children aged six weeks to six years in large, purpose-built centres. Our programme is grounded in the Montessori pillars and aligned with the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework (VEYLDF), ensuring a holistic, child-centred educational approach.

About the Role AMIGA Montessori Saltwater Coast is seeking an experienced and passionate Centre Director to lead our team, drive high-quality practice, and build a strong, connected centre community. This role is suited to a confident leader who wants to focus on people, pedagogy, and performance—supported by hands‑on leadership, clear systems, and a head office team that is genuinely present in centres.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and inspire a high-performing team in line with AMIGA values

Drive strong occupancy, utilisation, and financial performance

Ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework and Child Safe Standards

Build meaningful relationships with families and the local community

Support high-quality educational practice and continuous improvement

Coach, mentor and develop future leaders within your team

Role Requirements

Diploma or higher qualification in Early Childhood Education

Strong experience in roster management, utilisation, and budgets

Working knowledge of CCS, ACCS, ISS, KIMS, and NQA ITS

A strong understanding of the National Quality Framework and legislation

Proven leadership, performance management, and people development skills

Exceptional communication and relationship-building ability

Highly Desirable

Montessori experience or qualifications

How AMIGA Cares – What Sets Us Apart

$100,000+ salary package for the right candidate

$5,000 sign-on bonus

Birthday leave

Clear internal career progression

Centre Manager, the 2ICs, and Educational Leaders off the floor, not in ratio

Regular Area Manager visits with practical, hands‑on support

Dedicated internal recruitment team supporting staffing needs

Internal HR who regularly attend centres

Highly involved CEO who visits services and stays connected to practice

Active Pedagogy team supporting quality improvement

Childcare discounts, uniform provided, and secure parking

Interested? If you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact

recruitment@amiga-montessori.com.au .

AMIGA Montessori is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people with disability and lived experience.

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Your Application Our application will include the following questions:

Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?

How many years' experience do you have as a centre manager?

Have you completed a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care?

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