Vacancy title:
Assistant Centre Manager

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Management, Education]

Jobs at:
LEX Education

Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, April 14 2026

Duty Station:
Hillman, Perth WA | Perth WA

Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, April 9 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

The role:

The Assistant Centre Manager plays a crucial role in supporting the Centre Manager and together they lead and support our Co-workers, so that they consistently offer a safe and high-quality service to our families and children. Our Assistant Centre Managers demonstrate leadership, build trustful relationships with families, their team, and are committed to delivering business objectives - we value your opinion and input to our business.

Your responsibility is recognised with a competitive salary and many Co-worker benefits including a genuine commitment to your personal growth and development.

Is this you?

You value “leading by example" and keep it simple, down-to-earth, and real

Inspiring and helping others is part of who you are - you have integrity, and this is demonstrated in your actions and communication with co-workers and families

Working in childcare can be physically and mentally demanding - you have the ability to calmly and confidently deal with multiple priorities, and are a role model for your team

You are organised and have computer literacy

You have experience as an Assistant Centre Manager, or previous leadership experience and are ready for your next challenge

You have an understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS)

Hold a current WWC, minimum Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, and other relevant qualifications

Why you will want to work with us.

We believe in living our values and acting in the best interests of our children, families and Co-workers

We do things differently, removing hierarchy and empowering our Co-workers. Your contribution will be valued, and you will feel part of a team, not simply a number. You will assume a key role in the leadership group.

We want you to be confident and successful in your role and will support your development by providing regular on-the-job training and coaching

Our business is growing and future development opportunities are a reality

About us:

We are a family-owned group who believe in supporting our Co-workers in the best possible way, so that they can perform and enjoy their role as leader, teacher, educator, cook or caregiver. We believe that it starts with us! By living our values, together we are co-creating the foundation for life-long learning and every Co-worker plays a key role, contributing to our purpose and community.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: associate degree

Job application procedure

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Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• Have you completed a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care?
• How many years' experience do you have as an Assistant Centre Manager?
• Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the early years learning framework?
• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?

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