Manager Kids' Early Learning - Blacktown City Council

Rare executive leader position in Early Years Education
Attractive salary package starting from $200,000 inclusive of salary, car allowance and super Fantastic position to lead and shape an Early Childhood organisation
The Organisation
Blacktown is a vibrant city located in the very heart of Greater Sydney, halfway between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. It is a city of ambition and excitement. With a total of 54 residential suburbs, and population of 415,000 coming from more than 180 different birthplaces, Blacktown City is one of the most diverse communities in Australia.
Working in Blacktown City provides a wealth of professional opportunities. Blacktown City Council is the largest council in New South Wales, 4th largest in Australia and a leader in the development of the western Sydney region. With almost unmatched growth expected over the next 25 years, we are on an exciting journey of transformation to prepare for a population of more than 644,000. There has never been a more exciting time to join one of Sydney’s most dynamic and high-performing councils as we continue to deliver outstanding levels of service for our proud and diverse community and prepare our great city for the future. Blacktown City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.
The Position
Blacktown City Council is seeking an experienced and inspiring Manager Kids’ Early Learning to take control of their long day care, preschools, before and after school care (OSHC) and family day care services.
The ideal candidate for this role will need to be familiar with and understand early childhood education and care (ECEC). However, more important will be your experience and record of business improvement that produces valued outcomes for customers and a rewarding experience for staff. As the Manager Kids’ Early Learning you will lead the direction of the organisation's childcare business, with a portfolio of 30 childcare centres and a family day care service.
The business has undergone a successful transformation to a teamwork-led, customer service-focused childcare business with the purpose of inspiring every child to care, share and learn from one another every day. The organisation has approximately 300 full-time, part-time and casual staff, serving over 1,700 families each and every weekday.
You will be responsible for implementing key strategies with a focus on business improvement while ensuring that services are delivered in adherence to industry and Council compliance standards and regulations to the Blacktown City community.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement high-quality strategic programs, systems and operational processes to ensure the successful running of the services
Ensure reporting requirements are monitored, maintained and completed
Maintain and develop positive relationships and effective communication with the Council’s suppliers
Develop positive and open professional relationships
Focus on the increase of business utilisation aligned with the Council 5-year plan
Manage budget and expenditure within the budget framework
Ensure all services operate within the centres’ policies and procedures along with licensing, legislation and regulations requirements
Provided effective support, guidance and mentoring to staff members
Managing and guiding staff with their professional development & their individual goals and performance
Benefits of the Position
The ability to work autonomously yet gain input from your experienced operational team
Opportunity to lead and inspire your management team to further improve the quality and culture
The opportunity to work within a high-quality, transformative organisation with a great reputation for ‘building the best’ within the local community
A fantastic work environment
Great salary package and leaseback vehicle
Qualifications and Experience
Essential:
Relevant tertiary qualifications with extensive relevant experience
The ability to develop and implement a vision for the pro-active and positive development of the organisation
Knowledge of applicable legislation and regulations
Demonstrated commitment to stakeholder and customer service
Exceptional negotiation and communication skills
Exceptional interpersonal, leadership and management skills
Demonstrated ability to achieve successful outcomes within agreed timelines, while balancing competing priorities and stakeholder needs
Ability to work within a team environment
Sound business acumen
Desirable:
An in depth understanding of local government accountability and legislation
Availability to work flexible working hours
Other position requirements:
Clearance of National Police Check
Current driver's licence
Working with Children Check clearance valid for paid work
National Personal Insolvency Index check
Evidence that the person is not on the Australian Securities and Investment Commission’s
(ASIC) banned and disqualified register
A current historical personal name extracts search of ASIC records
If you wish to apply for this role please do so via the website or email your resume directly to roslyn.huynh@randstad.com.au