Centre Manager – Milestones Forest Lake

Lead with purpose. Inspire teams. Make a lasting difference.

Are you a passionate and driven leader ready to take your career to the next level? At Milestones Forest Lake, we’re offering an exceptional opportunity for a dynamic Centre Manager to lead a thriving service, empower a high-performing team, and shape meaningful outcomes for children and families in your community.

Located in the heart of Forest Lake, this is your chance to join one of Australia’s largest and most progressive early education providers—where leadership is nurtured, innovation is encouraged, and your impact is truly valued.

Affinity is a Child Safe Organisation. Child safety is our highest priority, and we are committed to creating environments where children feel safe, supported, and valued.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Step into a role where you can truly lead, influence, and make your mark:

• Drive a positive, engaged, and high-performing team culture
• Build strong community connections and grow centre occupancy
• Lead continuous improvement and achieve outstanding quality outcomes
• Shape the future of early education within a supportive, values-driven organisation

Affinity Advantages

At Affinity, we invest in our leaders so they can thrive:

• Generous bonus program with uncapped earning potential
• 50% discount on childcare fees from your first day
• Fully funded scholarships to study your Bachelor’s degree
• Access to the Affinity Learning Academy with accredited leadership programs
• 30% discount on Goodlife or Fitness First memberships
• Wellbeing support through partners including TELUS Health, Bupa, and retailer discounts

About the Role

As Centre Manager, you will lead with confidence, clarity, and purpose:

• Oversee daily operations, ensuring compliance, quality, and financial performance
• Inspire and mentor your team to achieve Meet/Exceed National Quality Standards
• Build meaningful relationships with families and the local community
• Use your commercial and marketing acumen to drive sustainable growth
• Create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment for children and your team

About You

You are an experienced and motivated leader who thrives on making a difference:

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education (or ACECQA-approved equivalent)
• Proven experience in a Centre Manager role
• Strong track record in achieving operational, compliance, and occupancy targets
• Passion for leading and developing people
• Current Working with Children Check

Why Join Affinity?

At Affinity, people are at the heart of everything we do. We are a values-led organisation committed to inspiring individuals—both children and our teams—to reach their full potential.

We don’t just offer a job; we offer a career where you can grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact every day.

Our Curriculum

Our teams deliver the Lifelong Learning Curriculum, Australia’s most advanced approach to early education. Grounded in contemporary research and best-practice models—including Circle of Security, Abecedarian, and Project-Based Learning—this approach empowers educators to create rich, engaging, and supportive learning environments in partnership with families and communities.

Our Safety Commitment

We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. Affinity has a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm and prioritises the safety, rights, and wellbeing of all children, employees, and families.

If you’re ready to lead with impact and shape the future of a centre and its community, we would love to hear from you.