Area Manager / Curriculum Advisor - Sydney - Oversee Multiple Childcare Centres

Rare & exciting opportunity for highly experienced & passionate Early Childcare Leader - Oversee 10-15 centres across Sydney

Rare & Exciting Opportunity: Area Manager / Curriculum Advisor, Sydney

Are you a true leader in the Early Childcare sector, with at least 5yrs experience in an Area Manager/Ed Leader or Management role - This rare and exciting opportunity is with one of Australia's leading and most respected childcare establishments.
We believe in the transformative power of early childhood education. We are currently seeking an EXPERIENCED EDUCATIONAL LEADER to join our dynamic team in Sydney as a Area Manager /Curriculum Advisor. As part of the Quality and Curriculum team, you will play a crucial role in inspiring, mentoring, and leading pedagogical practices across the centre teams.
Your Key Responsibilities:

• Drive innovative contributions to curriculum and centre priorities in collaboration with the Quality and Curriculum and Network teams to 10-15 centres across Sydney.
• Advocate and lead business initiatives by providing in-centre support, mentoring, role-modelling, and empowering teams to enhance their pedagogical capacities.
• Contribute to the strategic direction, tools, resources, and professional learning for centre teams, fostering autonomy and ownership.
• Inspire, support, mentor, coach, and lead a network of Educational Leaders, promoting professional learning and retention.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, focusing on achieving agreed outcomes of our initiatives.
• Act as a visible advocate for curriculum initiatives through respectful partnerships.

Your Qualifications and Experience:

• University degree in Early Childhood education preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in an Area Manager, Ed Lead or mentoring role within the Early Childhood sector.
• Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework.
• Experience working collaboratively across multiple complex sites (20+ sites).

The Skills Required:

• Proven ability in mentoring, coaching, and role-modelling to inspire others.
• Solid pedagogical understanding and practice.
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills to engage, influence, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and develop strategies across a broad range of stakeholders.
• Experience in Assessment & Rating and planning for it.
• Innovative thinking, problem-solving skills, and a collaborative approach to effective, practical strategies and solutions.
• Excellent written communication skills to contribute to content, support tools, and resources.
• Confidence, leadership skills, and the ability to advocate through internal and external forums.

All The Benefits:

• Access to professional development, coaching, and mentoring programs.
• High-quality, well-resourced environments.
• Attractive remuneration package with growth opportunities.
• Recognition program for outstanding performances and compelling incentives for key achievements.
• Annual Award Nights and Special Events to celebrate your contributions.
• Flexibility and support to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Employee referral program – Earn up to $3,000 for internal referrals!
• Generous childcare discounts for your own children.

This is a full-time, 12-month contract position, with a view to extend and go perm should this be the right role for you.
If you are a passionate and experienced leader in early childhood education, we invite you to apply and be part of our commitment to providing exceptional learning experiences for young minds. Join us on this exciting journey of making a positive impact in the lives of children and families.
This is an exceptional opportunity and will not last long - To apply, send your resume to carla@earlyhood.com.au or call 0404 903 108 for a confidential conversation today.