Outside School Hours Care

Opportunities for career progression - On the job coaching - In-house training - Respectful and Supportive Managers - Staff events to celebrate your achievements - Flexibility to work block shift or split shifts Are you a remarkable Leader, experienced in managing a large childcare or OSHC Centre? TeamKids is on the search for a **remarkable Manager,** ready to take the next step in their career We have a** full-time** **Program Manager** position available at our service in the **Geelong Region** **Key Responsibilities**: - **Program Development**: The Program Manager will dedicate efforts to cultivating a high-quality program by actively participating in program hours, setting exemplary standards, establishing robust routines, implementing safety protocols, and crafting engaging activities. Oversight of compliance across the entire service including medical management, programming, and staff rosters is paramount. - **Team Leadership**: The role involves direct management of a team comprising one Director of Service and one 2IC, while also overseeing the management and support of a team of up to 15 Educators and support staff. Providing guidance, mentorship, and fostering a collaborative work environment are essential elements of this responsibility. - **Program Planning and Delivery**: The Program Manager will oversee the meticulous planning, resourcing, and execution of an exceptional, fun, and engaging program tailored to meet the needs of all children and groups under care. - **Community Engagement**: Building and nurturing outstanding relationships with children, families, school leadership, and the broader school community of Wyndham Vale is integral to the role. The Program Manager serves as a liaison, ensuring open communication, understanding, and alignment of goals and values. **About the role** - You will be managing a Large service with opportunity for even more growth. - The Program Manager’s primary role is to oversee all day to day operations at their Before and After Care service. - The role will be accountable for all management, support, training and professional development for the team of Directors, 2ICs and Educators, and will be accountable for ensuring a high quality and viable program for the service community. - To be onsite for at least one Before School Care and four After School Care sessions per week - The role will focus on; Direct management of a team of Directors of Service, and indirect management and support of a team of Educators and support staff - Overseeing the planning, resourcing and delivery of remarkable, fun and engaging program for all groups and children in attendance. - Building and maintaining exceptional relationships with the children, families, school leadership and wider school community. - Impact the lives of children and their families by delivering a remarkable service and creating life-long memories - Network and collaborate regularly with your peers across Australia - Training and development opportunities **Qualifications and Requirements**: - Demonstrated experience in managing and leading teams within the childcare or education sector. - Strong organizational skills with a keen eye for detail and compliance. - Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, fostering positive relationships with diverse stakeholders. - Relevant qualifications in education, childcare, or related fields - minimum Diploma equivalent. **Why work with TeamKids?** - Flexibility around your admin hours - work from home, or across one day or five. - Work for an "Employer of Choice" in the OSHC industry - there's a reason we are - great culture & positive vibes all round - Enjoy an **above award** salary and an incredible benefits program, including discounts on retail, entertainment & hospitality. - 95% discount on enrolment fees in a TK service. - Structured training programs, professional development days, and mentor support from the Operations team. - Employee Assistance Program - wellbeing support when you need it - Be part of a vibrant and passionate community of TeamKids Directors who are social, friendly & ooze positivity. Regular social catch ups where the drinks are on us - 60% internal promotion rate Advance your career in a growing business. - Reward & recognition programs - vouchers as rewards. - Retail discounts off everything from health insurance to technology We can’t wait to hear from you. - We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and we are committed to ensuring the safety of all children in our care. This means at TeamKids we are passionate about equality and diversity, we value every individual, we passionately protect and ensure every child’s safety, and are always seeking to be better and do better than yesterday._