Centre Manager

Brand New Centre
- Supportive management team
- Occupancy bonus - centre is consistently at 100% capacity

**The Company**

**Why work in a Montessori environment?**

Unlike play-based childcare centres and preschools, Montessori Academy nurtures the uniqueness of each child and provides an early learning experience that prepares them, not only for school, but for life.

In a Montessori classroom, educators serve as a link between the Prepared Environment and the children. Their role is to observe the children and guide them in their own unique learning process, to help them develop a life-long love of learning. Activities and learning experiences are implemented to suit each child’s current interests, needs and stage of development, to allow them to learn at their own pace. The educator-child relationship is based on trust and respect, which creates a positive learning environment where children feel safe, valued, and supported in their learning journey.

**The Role**

As a Nominated Supervisor, you are responsible for the guidance, support and general supervision of children, staff, and volunteers at the service. You are expected to lead a team of Educators to ensure they are working in accordance to the service philosophy, policy and procedures, and as per the National Quality Standards (NQS), to provide high quality education and care for all enrolled children.
- Ensure the health, safety and well-being of all enrolled children, staff, and volunteers at the service
- Be the Responsible Person in Charge (RPIC) at the service
- Train and support the staff in understanding, designing, and implementing the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and Montessori Curriculum
- Ensure staff fulfill all aspects of their job descriptions
- Provide ongoing support and assistance to the management team in all areas of administrative procedures, curriculum development, parent and community liaison, staff professional development and training, and any other areas as the need arises
- Promote the service and ensure optimal centre occupancy

**Key Competencies**
- Strong understanding of industry legislation, compliance and regulations
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong understanding of business management
- Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively in a team environment
- Strong understanding of the importance of family communications
- Leadership and mentoring skills
- Excellent management skills
- Curriculum planning skills
- Understanding of the Montessori Philosophy
- Passionate about implementing early learning programs
- Commitment to the holistic development of their class

**Essential Criteria**
- 2+ years' experience managing a childcare service
- Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education (approved by ACECQA) or working towards this qualification
- Current Working with Children Check
- Ability to work shifts between 7:00am - 6:00pm Monday - Friday
- First Aid Certificate or willing to obtain one
- Understanding and working knowledge of the National Quality Framework, which includes: National Regulations, National Quality Standards (NQS), and the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)

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**What we offer**:

- Fantastic training and development programs (including Montessori training)
- Fully funded Montessori Diploma and ECT courses
- 50% staff discount on childcare fees for all Montessori Academy centres
- Generous discounts to major retailers (Woolworths, Coles, Adore Beauty, Apple, Specsavers)
- Excellent career advancement opportunities
- Access to Employee Assistance Program
- Supportive Management Team with a flat organisational structure
- Strong focus on work-life-balance
- Great company culture that is fun, professional, and supportive of all team members

Think you have what it takes to join the Montessori Academy Team? We'd love to hear from you