Centre Manager

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At Big Childcare, we're passionate about creating engaging, safe, and fun environments where children can thrive outside of school hours. With a strong reputation across Australia for our quality care and enriching programs, we pride ourselves on putting children, families, and our team at the heart of everything we do.

We're currently seeking an experienced and motivated Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) Centre Manager to lead our vibrant service in High Wycombe.

As the Centre Manager, you will oversee the daily operations and overall success of our OSHC service. This role combines leadership, administration, and relationship-building in a fun and rewarding environment.

You will lead a team of passionate educators to deliver high-quality programs that inspire, educate, and engage children before school, after school, and during school holidays.

• Lead and manage daily operations of an OSHC service
• Support, mentor, and inspire a team of educators
• Plan and implement fun, age-appropriate programs
• Build strong relationships with families, schools, and the wider community
• Ensure compliance with NQF, regulatory requirements, and internal policies
• Manage enrolments, staffing rosters, budgets, and service administration

You're a confident and capable leader with a passion for working with children and supporting your team. You thrive in dynamic environments and bring energy, professionalism, and care to everything you do.

• A valid Western Australian Working With Children Check
• Proven leadership experience in OSHC or Early Childhood settings
• Proven leadership experience working in an Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) or long day care setting (highly desired)
• A relevant qualification under the Australian Qualifications Framework (highly desired)
• A valid National Coordinated Criminal History Clearance Certificate (issued within the last 6 months) or willingness to obtain one
• Strong knowledge of the NQF and My Time, Our Place framework
• Rights to work in Australia
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• A fun, vibrant personality with a positive attitude
• A genuine passion for working with children
• Current: Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis Training
• Food Safety Certificate
• Mandatory Child Protection Training
• A valid National Coordinated Criminal History Clearance Certificate (issued within the last 6 months) or willingness to obtain one
• Most certifications can be obtained after hiring, providing flexibility for suitable candidates

• Be part of a growing national provider with strong values
• Lead a large, well-resourced service with a fantastic team
• Real opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive Area Managers and Head Office team
• Make a lasting impact in your local community

We have a BIG opportunity waiting for the right person at Big Childcare. So what are you waiting for? Apply today

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, apply now with your resume and cover letter. We look forward to learning more about you

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Your application will include the following questions:

• How many years' experience do you have as an Outside School Hours Care Centre Manager?
• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• How many years' experience do you have as an Outside School Hours Care Educator?
• Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
• Do you have professional child care experience?
• Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
• Do you have experience preparing work rosters?
• Have you completed a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care?

Big Childcare are a high quality, community-oriented child care provider, supporting schools in the provision of Outside of School Hours Care. We offer Before School Care, After School Care, Curriculum Day Care and Holiday Care onsite at the schools we partner with.

Big Childcare are a high quality, community-oriented child care provider, supporting schools in the provision of Outside of School Hours Care. We offer Before School Care, After School Care, Curriculum Day Care and Holiday Care onsite at the schools we partner with.

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