Senior Manager of Early Childhood Operations

4 days ago

Horsham, Australia beBeeLeadership Full time $113,600 - $126,684
Job Description

The Centre Director is responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of a centre, providing leadership and management regarding all aspects of the operations and management. This includes fostering a positive team culture that contributes to a long-term, sustainable workforce within the centre.

The Centre Director will perform the role of Nominated Supervisor, overseeing the implementation of high-quality care and educational programs that advance children's holistic development. This involves upholding the Early Learning philosophy and translating it into centre-level values, goals, and behaviours.

The Centre Director will lead the development of strategies for workforce attraction, retention, and development, as well as provide feedback to the central office about opportunities and challenges.

They will also engage with staff on all aspects of operations, fostering a collaborative centre dynamic that encourages communication and shared problem-solving.

To be successful in this role, the Centre Director must ensure the centre is compliant with all aspects of the Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations, National Quality Standards, Child Protection and Child Safe Standards, Approved Frameworks, and Early Learning policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide a supportive environment where children can flourish and thrive, supported by pedagogy and practice that upholds the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework.
  • Encourage reflective practice where feedback is used constructively to improve teaching and learning experiences.
  • Stay informed about current research and trends to ensure the service delivers high-quality, innovative programs that meet the needs of children and families.
  • Lead day-to-day operations, including staffing, child enrolment, budgeting, and expenditure, stakeholder management, and centre-related communications.
  • Oversee the implementation of high-quality care and educational programs that advances children's holistic development.
  • Develop strategies for workforce attraction, retention, and development.
Requirements
  • Demonstrated management and leadership experience in early childhood education and care.
  • Demonstrated understanding of Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations, the National Quality Framework, Child Safe Standards, Quality Improvement Plan, and the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework.
  • Financial management and administrative experience specific to early childhood education and care.
  • Ability to lead and guide teaching teams and competency in all aspects of staff management.
  • Effective communication and relationship-building skills with staff, children, families, and communities.
  • Experience working with children and families experiencing vulnerability.
  • Proficiency in relevant administrative systems.

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