AddressThis is an exciting opportunity for a confident, warm, and experienced Centre Manager to empower and develop a passionate team in a 110-place service!
Benefits include:
- Highly competitive base salary - well above award
- Work for one of Australia/NZs largest ECE&C organisations.
- Generous performance-based incentives - more than $20K p/a up for grabs!
- Head office to assist with recruitment, finance, compliance, quality, operations and more, allowing you more time to focus on developing your team and looking after the families you serve. ·
- Consistent and flexible hours set by yourself!
- 24/7 Access to one of Australia's best Employment Assistance Programs (EAP)
- Significant discounts on childcare for your own children
- Ongoing paid internal/external professional development opportunities
- Career progression opportunities
- Excellent well-being initiatives- generous discounts for gym memberships, insurance and about 80 other retailers!
About the service
Our client's early years education and care service is in the final stages of construction. The service is located near local shops and primary schools. When complete, the centre will be spacious and have inspiring indoor and outdoor spaces. It will feature well-maintained, spacious areas adorned with natural elements where children can develop strength and self-confidence.
The organisation's philosophy revolves around nurturing children's interests with warmth and care, encouraging empowerment through child-initiated experiences, and fostering strong connections with families and communities. They prioritise quality, teamwork, and training opportunities and promote a culture of recognition and reward.
About you
As the Centre Manager of a new centre, you will leverage your experience in recruiting, developing, and building your team while working with marketing to increase occupancy.
Your responsibilities extend beyond operational management to cultivate a nurturing and vibrant workplace environment. Your leadership profoundly influences the educational path of the children and staff in your care.
We seek a seasoned leader with experience in similar roles, showcasing adept communication skills to rally, inspire, and empower a team of dedicated early childhood educational professionals who will be instrumental in crafting the learning atmosphere for our children and building strong family connections.
Role requirements
- Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or higher)
- Experience with a new build would be hugely advantageous but not a pre-requisite
- Proven people management experience with the ability to manage both up and down the chain.
- A positive growth mindset coupled with strong organisational and time management skills
- Strong knowledge and experience of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the National Quality Standards (NQS)
- Positive experience with Assessment and Rating, including developing and maintaining a QIP
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
What next?
Does this opportunity resonate with your career aspirations? If not, can you think of someone who may benefit from this role? We pay generous referral bonuses.
At Early Years Talent, we specialise in connecting dedicated early childhood educators, teachers, and other professionals within the sector with rewarding job opportunities. Our clientele includes various establishments, from boutique exceeding early learning centres to community-managed not-for-profits and independent schools.
Whether you're contemplating a career transition or seeking guidance as you navigate the early childhood sector, our Early Years Talent consultants are here to assist you every step of your journey.
