3IC / Assistant Centre Manager

Are you a confident and passionate Early Childhood leader ready to take the next step in your career?

Oxanda Education is seeking an experienced 3IC with a strong background in Early Childhood Education to support the day-to-day operations of our service and help lead a team of dedicated educators to deliver exceeding education and care.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated leader who understands both quality practice and centre operations, and who is ready to inspire a team while maintaining the high standards Oxanda is known for.

About the Role

As the 3IC / Assistant Centre Manager, you will work closely with the Centre Manager and Operations Team to:

• Oversee daily centre operations

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of educators

• Ensure compliance with the National Quality Standards (NQS), company policies, and service philosophy

• Support curriculum, planning, and educational leadership across all studios

• Maintain strong communication with families and the wider community

• Contribute to business decisions, organisation, and centre management

• Uphold and model Oxanda Rituals and expectations of an exceeding service

Key Competencies

• Strong understanding of industry legislation, compliance, and regulations

• Confident written and verbal communication skills

• Knowledge of business and centre management

• Leadership, mentoring, and team-building skills

• Curriculum and planning experience

• Passion for delivering high-quality early learning programs

• Strong focus on family relationships and communication

• Ability to work collaboratively and independently

• A proven ability to inspire a team to achieve excellence

• Minimum 2+ years’ experience in a leadership role

Essential Criteria

• Diploma in ECEC or Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education (ACECQA approved) 

• Current Working with Children's Check. 

• Current First Aid Certificate including CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis or be willing to obtain these.

• Current Child Protection, Safe Sleep, and Food Safety Training or be willing to obtain these.

• Ability to work as part of a management team and independently.

Benefits for the Right Candidate

• Excellent base or above award salary, based on experience.

• 50% discount on childcare fees

• Uniform Provided

• Community Events and team celebrations

• Ongoing professional development and training programs

• Strong focus on work-life balance

• Supportive, professional, and fun team culture

If you’re ready to lead, inspire, and be part of a service striving for exceeding — we’d love to hear from you.