Operations Director

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Busy Bees Early Learning Full time
Operations Director | Busy Bees Early Learning

Are you a dynamic leader with a proven track record in operations and team development? Do you have a passion for making a meaningful impact on children's early learning experiences? Join Busy Bees Early Learning as our Operations Director and play a key role in shaping the future of quality early childhood education across our portfolio of Centres.

About Us:

At Busy Bees, we are driven by our commitment to delivering exceptional care and educational programs that provide every child with the best start in life. Our unique culture fosters collaboration, innovation, and a focus on continuous improvement. We are currently looking for an experienced Operations Director to oversee our Centres and lead a team of Area Directors in achieving our commercial, people, and quality objectives.

Role Overview:

As Operations Director, you'll lead the way in driving performance across a diverse portfolio, ensuring we meet our financial, quality, and educational goals. Your leadership will empower our Area Directors to build high-performance teams, innovate for continuous improvement, and uphold our commitment to quality care and education.

You'll be a key partner to the Chief Operating Officer, ensuring that every Centre delivers on Busy Bees' values and standards, fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and support Area Directors in achieving commercial, people, and quality objectives through effective structures and development plans.
  • Foster a culture of innovation, creativity, and continuous improvement across all Centres.
  • Ensure financial targets are met by reviewing data, identifying trends, and optimizing profitability.
  • Oversee the compliance and safety standards across all Centres, ensuring adherence to regulations.
  • Drive quality outcomes by embedding national quality standards (NQS) and Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) in daily operations.
  • Develop and implement strategies to address performance gaps and improve underperforming Centres.
  • Build strong relationships with key stakeholders within the industry to stay ahead of trends and regulatory changes.
  • Champion Busy Bees' core values, ensuring they are reflected in all programs, services, and leadership practices.

What We're Looking For:

  • Experience: You bring substantial experience in leading large-scale multi-site operations, managing P&L, and driving commercial and quality outcomes. You've led senior teams and have a track record of building high-performance cultures in regulated environments.
  • Leadership: You possess strong leadership skills, including coaching, mentoring, and developing senior leaders. You have a passion for empowering others to excel and an eye for continuous improvement.
  • Strategic & Commercial Acumen: You are highly skilled in financial and budget management, with a knack for optimizing commercial performance and identifying areas for cost-saving without compromising on quality.
  • Compliance & Risk Management: You have in-depth knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as the Australian Children's Education and Care Framework (EYLF), Early Childhood Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations.
  • Qualification: A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Management (highly desirable). Must have a valid Working with Children Check and a driver's license.

Why Busy Bees?

  • Impact: Your leadership will directly contribute to shaping the early learning experience for children across Australia, giving them the best start in life.
  • Support: You'll work with a highly skilled team and be empowered to drive the vision for growth and continuous improvement.
  • Innovation: We value creativity and innovative thinking, and you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of early education and care.
  • Work-Life Balance: We offer a supportive environment where work-life balance is prioritized.

Are You Ready to Lead Change?

If you're ready to make a difference and lead a thriving portfolio of Centres, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to become part of our passionate team at Busy Bees Early Learning

Busy Bees is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace and recognizes the importance of providing a safe environment for all children, staff, and families.

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  • Director
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