Service/centre Manager

Busy Bees at Armstrong Creek
- Our Armstrong Creek service is a 126-place service, recently assessed in Meeting in all 7 Quality Areas. We are at more than 80% occupancy and looking for our next Service Manager to step in take on this Service into the next chapter. You will be supported by a long-standing Busy Bees 2IC and a large team of more than 28 staff.

At Busy Bees we put the Service Managers in the centre of all we do making sure you are supported to OWN your service and lead your team to Gold Standard. All Service Managers get a minimum of 4% above award because you Matter and Make the difference to our team, families and children experience with Busy Bees.

Key Duties:
- Leadership & Team Support: Build collaborative relationships with stakeholders; inspire and mentor educators; foster a culture of growth, continuous improvement, and professional development.-
- Operational Oversight: Manage daily operations, including checklists, service documentation, regulatory compliance, budgeting, and resource management to ensure a smooth-running service.-
- Educational Quality: Guide educators in effective teaching practices aligned with National Quality Standards; support reflective practices and continuous improvement in the educational program; facilitate family engagement.-
- Compliance & Safety: Maintain compliance with childcare regulations and National Quality Framework; conduct audits, ensure up-to-date policies, and oversee safe, effective work practices.-
- Staff Management: Oversee recruitment, staff morale, performance evaluations, and training; maintain ratios and ensure a supportive work environment.-
- Community Engagement: Handle inquiries, encourage parent involvement, and establish positive connections with the community, industry, and regulatory bodies.Key Skills & Knowledge:
- In-depth knowledge of EYLF, NQS, and relevant regulations to ensure compliance and high-quality practices.-
- Proven leadership skills to inspire and manage a cohesive team, optimizing performance and retention.-
- Strong operational capabilities in staffing, budgeting, and resource management.-
- Effective communication skills for engaging with families, staff, regulatory bodies, and the community.-
- Experience in conflict resolution, fostering positive relationships, and creating an inclusive environment.-
- Proficiency in management software, with a commitment to ongoing professional development.Key Qualifications & Licenses- A current and valid Working With Children Check or ability to maintain one.-
- First Aid Certificate including training in asthma and anaphylaxis.-
- Current & valid Australian Work Rights.Key Benefits we offer for joining our Hive:
- Higher Salary - Competitive, above-award salary, negotiable to meet your needs.-
- Uniform & Laundry - Get a Laundry allowance and annual Uniform Allocation-
- Childcare Fee Discount - Generous staff discount on childcare gap fees.-
- Technology and Resources - Available at your fingertips to support and enhance you work experience.-
- National Support Network - Connect with Service, Area, and Regional Managers across Australia to build your professional support network.-
- Pedagogy and Compliance Partner - dedicated support to assist with implementing pedagogical approaches to foster effective learning experiences and skill development.-
- Learning & Development - Access to accredited training programs through Busy Bees partnered registered training organisation (RTO) to support continuous professional development.-
- Talent Exchange Program - Opportunity to participate in the Busy Bees global Talent Exchange Program (TEP) - Canada was 2023, we are excited to see where we are heading in 2024.-
- Employee Assistance Program - Access to Busy Bees' amazing EAP for any support you need.if you have any further questions, contact us on 07 3632 1114.

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Why Work for Busy Bees?
If you’re passionate about early learning, Busy Bees is the place to be. Although we are part of a global organisation, our company was founded by three families looking for better, more enriching childcare. Three decades later, we still keep the same values at heart.

We know that we couldn’t do what we do without the important people in our teams. We invest in our people and work with them to build career pathways that inspire.