Service Manager

Busy Bees at Kilburn

Busy Bees at Kilburn is a 100-place service that is conveniently located on Churchill Road, our purpose-built child care centre in Kilburn strives to provide a welcoming, nurturing, and engaging environment with a sense of belonging for all. We love to celebrate and learn from our families’ differences in cultures, goals, rituals and routines.

Are you a dedicated leader passionate about early childhood education? Busy Bees Early Learning at Kilburn, South Australia, is seeking a Service Manager to lead our nurturing and dynamic team.

As the Service Manager, you will:
- Lead and inspire a team of educators to deliver high-quality early learning experiences.- Oversee daily operations, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.- Foster a positive and inclusive environment for children, families, and staff.- Engage with the local community to build strong partnerships.

Key Benefits we offer for joining our Hive:
- Higher Salary - Competitive, above-award salary, negotiable to meet your needs.- Bonus opportunities - Access to our BEEs Bonus program for Service Managers, paid quarterly.- 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, and Asia was 2024, we are excited to see where we are heading in 2025.- Employee Assistance Program - Access to Busy Bees' amazing EAP for any support you need.

Essential Qualifications- Diploma in Early Childhood Education.- A current and valid Working With Children Check or ability to maintain one.- First Aid Certificate including training in asthma and anaphylaxis.

Essential Skills and Attributes- Comprehensive knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the National Quality Standard (NQS) to ensure quality practices and outcomes for children.- Proven ability to lead, inspire and manage a team of educators, ensuring optimal performance and staff retention.- Capability to handle day-to-day operations, including staffing, budgeting and resource allocation.- Familiarity with the Education and Care Services National Law and National Regulations, ensuring the Service remains compliant.- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to liaise with families, staff, regulatory bodies and the broader community.- Ability to establish and nurture positive relationships with all stakeholders, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment.

Desirable Skills and Knowledge- Experience in a previous Service Manager, Centre Director, Centre Manager role or similar.- Skills to address and resolve conflicts or challenges that may arise among staff or with families.- Experience in budgeting, financial planning and resource management.- Ability to utilize relevant software for management, communication, and reporting purposes.- A commitment to ongoing training and development to stay updated with sector changes and best practices.

If you aren't an exact match still apply

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education, we invite you to apply. Please submit your resume and cover letter to

or contact us at 0409 730 934 for more information.

Join us at Busy Bees Early Learning Kilburn and be part of a team dedicated to giving every child the best start in life.

Have a Bee-autiful day

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.