This is a great opportunity to further develop your career with a growing company in the Early Childhood industry. The company have extensive experience in the sector but more importantly they genuinely value their teams, families and children. The organisation recognises that the quality of care and education for the children is fundamental in its growth. The organisation believes in providing all educators with professional development opportunities to support ongoing learning.
The Opportunity
As the Area Manager you must have strong business acumen, be able to monitor and maintain financials as well as ensure legislation & regulations are adhered to within each service. You will have experience with mentoring centre managers and their team, providing ongoing support to provide a high quality of care for the children and team. You will have experience with opening centres, supporting the growth of the team, as well as implementing strategies that are aligned with the company vision
The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, be able to monitor and maintain financials as well as ensure legislation & regulations are adhered to within each service. You will be responsible for guiding and motivating a team to effectively accomplish company objectives. This entails establishing transparent goals, offering direction, and fostering enthusiasm among team members.
You will be rewarded with an attractive salary package, which includes car allowance, phone, laptop and professional development.
The Candidate
You will be Diploma or Bachelor qualified with 2+ years experience in multi-site management. You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as extensive knowledge of the EYLF and NQS, in addition experience with supporting services with A+R and implementing Quality Improvement Plans.
We are looking for a people person with a hands-on approach and passion for Early Childhood.
To to considered, applicants must have:
- 2 years of experience as an Area Manager
- Thorough understanding on compliance and implementation of child safety procedures within Early Childhood
- Bachelor of Early Childhood or Diploma of Children Services
- Level 2 First Aid, Anaphylaxis and Asthma certification
- Working With Children Check
- National Police Check
- Right to work in Australia
- Strong knowledge of computer skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills