Pod Manager

Found in 1998 in the heart of Sydney, Australia, MindChamps International Preschool & Early Learning (“MindChamps”) is a pathbreaking Preschool and early childhood education with 86 centres operating globally in Singapore, Australia, Malaysia, Philippines, Indonesia and Myanmar.

Hailed by New York Times and Wall Street Journal No. 1 bestselling author Dr Joseph A. Michelli as a “global education movement of the 21st century”, MindChamps has many firsts and only under its belt including:

- The only early learning organisation in the world to offer programmes based on the revolutionary 3-Mind model of education.
- A unique, research based ‘S.M.I.L.E.S.’ philosophy (Sensory, Motor, Intellectual, Emotional and Social) which provides a holistic approach to education, supporting their overall development

More than just a childcare centre, our goal is to ensure that we are hiring qualified and dedicated Teachers and Educators to join our fantastic team. We are currently seeking an experienced and enthusiastic **Pod Manager** to work at our centre in **Shellharbour, NSW**. This is a newly created role and will be an exciting opportunity for an experienced Room Leader to step up in an operational leadership position.

**About the Position**

As a Pod Manager, you are expected to be highly motivated and experienced to work as an active float supervisor in your respective area to provide high-quality early childhood education and care to children. You are expected to be an active Leader and provide leadership and direction for all Room Leaders and Centre Educators where possible.

**As a Pod Manager, your core responsibilities will include the following**:

- Providing support and leadership to the Room Leaders in your respective areas.
- Working closely with the Program Manager/Educational Leader to ensure compliance with relevant regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Assisting in the development and implementation of quality improvement plans.
- Identify the training and development needs of the Room Leaders and work with the Program Manager/Educational Leader to implement relevant training programs.
- Ensure that all documentation and records are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
- Developing strong relationships with children and families at the service.
- Providing support to the Program Manager/Educational Leader which may be assigned from time to time.

**What we are looking for**:

- A completed Diploma or Bachelors in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA equivalent).
- Ideally at least 3 years in a leadership position.
- High level of understanding of the National Quality Standard and National Framework and working knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework.
- Adequate knowledge of stages of physical, emotional, cognitive, social, and cultural development of children as well as the health, hygiene and nutrition needs of children.
- Demonstrated ability in leading and mentoring a team of staff and working in partnerships with families.
- Professional level of written and verbal communication skills.
- Cleared Employee Working with Children’s Check (WWCC).
- Current Child Protection, First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis Certificate.

**Why work for MindChamps?**

MindChamps is revolutionizing the Early Education sector around the world. Join us and we can offer you the following:

- Competitive salary with a total rewards package that includes 75% off childcare gap fees (conditions apply)
- Comprehensive support from a dedicated management support team
- Dedicated company-funded educators and teachers' training
- Global career opportunity with centres spread across 6 countries in the Asia Pacific
- Internal career development opportunities - including cross-function or cross-centre deployment
- Quarterly recognition and rewards scheme
- Upskill and further your qualification through our RTO, MindChamps Academy which offers Cert 3 and Diploma courses in Early Childcare Education
- Employee Assistance Program
- Referral Program

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $36.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Employee discount
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
- Rotating roster
- Shift work

**Education**:

- Diploma (required)

**Experience**:

- Leadership: 3 years (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person