Childcare Centre Manager Mittagong

Regarded and recognised as one of the finest Childcare Centres in the Southern Highlands, Explorers Learning Academy is committed to maintaining a high quality team of staff; only employing the best people, who are passionate about the care, education and safety of young people. Our focus is on treating our educators with consideration, respect and encourage professional development through training and role modelling. Explorers are committed to working in partnership with our families and the community to provide positive learning outcomes for all children in our care. We believe a holistic approach to learning supports the whole child as they step onto a lifelong path of learning. Our focus is on health, fitness and wellbeing, music and movement, arts, investigation, and a strong passion in literacy, Explorers educators support each and every child to become successful, competent and confident learners.
We are seeking a Centre Director who is driven, passionate and knowledgeable, ideally has the experience and a strong desire to lead, inspire and support our team of Educators, and run the day-to-day operations of our Mittagong West centre.
Our key selection criteria includes:

• Diploma in Children's Services or Early Childhood Degree as approved by ACECQA.
• A minimum 1 years' experience as a Centre Director in an early childhood setting is ideal.
• Current approved first aid, CPR, anaphylaxis and asthma qualifications.
• A current WWCC.
• Extensive understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), National Quality Standards (NQS), and Quality Improvement Plan (QIP).
• Experience in leading or being part of A&R is desirable
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lead and mentor a team of qualified and committed early childhood professionals.
• Strong commitment to undertake and coordinate continuing professional development training for Educators.
• The ability to problem solve in your day-to-day practice.
• Manage staffing rosters efficiently and possess strong organisational skills.
• Communicate effectively with Management, parents, other staff and professionals.
• Ensure you are effectively managing and overseeing enrolments and orientation

We offer:

• On-site parking at some of our locations
• Supportive Management Team and Mentoring
• Ongoing Professional Development Opportunities
• A 50% Gap Fee discount on Child care fees
• Generous Uniform Quotas
• Flexible working hours available
• Fun Staff Environment and Team Building Opportunities

You will also be required to:

• Report directly to the General Manager

If you are a fun, approachable leader who inspires our team, takes pride in the environment and the team but asks for assistance when you need it then we want to chat with you.
Whilst we appreciate your application, only those candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted.