Early Years Director

1 month ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Goodstart Early Learning Full time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Early Years Manager to lead our Early Years Management program and drive success. As an Early Years Manager, you will oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring smooth service delivery, financial management, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and drive success in our Early Years Management program
  • Oversight of day-to-day operations, ensuring smooth service delivery, financial management, and compliance
  • Collaborate with State Operations and National Funding Teams to implement strategic initiatives and advocate for quality early education
  • Foster a high-performance culture, driving operational excellence and aligning goals with our strategic vision
  • Build strong stakeholder relationships and advocate for children, families, and the sector

What We Offer:

  • Flexible work arrangements giving you choice about when and how work will be done
  • Not-For-Profit Salary Packaging benefits which reduce your taxable income to increase take home pay
  • Access to discounted childcare
  • Discounted health care and access to employee wellbeing program with BUPA
  • Exclusive discounts on travel, gym memberships, Apple and Dell products, and more
  • Free annual flu shot (optional)
  • Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance
  • First Nations Support and Cultural Leave
  • Work for a company that has an aspiration to be globally recognised for early years practice and learning outcomes
  • Gain significant investment in your growth and development with support, tools, training and experiences that will truly enhance the progress and outcomes for children in their earliest years

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Business Administration, or a related field or relevant experience
  • Leadership experience in an Early Childhood Education and Care setting or in a comparable organisation with a focus on governance
  • Strong leadership, communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills
  • In-depth knowledge of early childhood education principles, practices, and regulations
  • Valid Victorian Working With Children Check
  • Valid Victorian drivers license

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