Operations Manager

1 week ago

Ryde, Australia Little Zaks Full time

Drive Excellence & Quality Care across 49+ Centres
- Lead and inspire Centre Directors to achieve growth and engagement
- Shape strategy and operations in a fast-growing national organisation

Operations Manager - Little Zak's Academy
- Shape the future of early childhood education with a leading provider_
At Little Zak's Academy, we are passionate about providing exceptional early learning and care across New South Wales, Queensland, and South Australia. With over 49 centres and continued growth, we are seeking an experienced and dynamic Operations Manager to join our leadership team to work along side our Head of Centre Operations

About the Role
Reporting to the CEO, the Operations Manager will:

- Oversee a portfolio of childcare centres, ensuring high-quality service delivery and compliance with all regulations.
- Partner with Centre Directors to drive occupancy growth, staff engagement, and strong educational outcomes.
- Lead operational excellence through effective people management, budgeting, and resource planning.
- Implement initiatives that enhance centre culture, performance, and community reputation.
- Work closely with the wider leadership team to achieve strategic goals aligned with our expansion plans.

About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:

- Proven leadership experience in early childhood education, operations management, or a related sector.
- Strong knowledge of NQF, compliance standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on operational support.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and people leadership skills.
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach with the ability to work in a fast-paced, growing organisation.

Why Join Little Zak's Academy?
- A growing organisation with opportunities for career progression.
- Commitment to staff development, wellbeing, and engagement.
- Competitive salary package with additional benefits.
- Be part of a team that values high standards of care, innovation, and community impact.

Summary of Centres
Hunter & Central Coast
- Kurri Kurri, Mt Hutton, Charlestown, Adamstown, Carey Bay, Chisholm, Nulkaba & Thornton - Strong presence across Newcastle and Hunter regions.
- The Entrance, Mt Colah, Lisarow - Central Coast hubs serving growing family communities.

Sydney Metro & Western Sydney
- Hornsby, Rhodes, Doonside, Dundas, Burwood, Strathfield, Bondi, Blacktown, Plumpton, Erskine Park, Northmead, West Ryde, Hunters Hill, Rozelle - Broad coverage across inner Sydney, North Shore, Inner West, and Western Sydney.

Interstate
- Elizabeth Downs (SA) - Expanding footprint into South Australia.
- Rochedale (QLD) - Part of our Queensland growth strategy.

If you are an inspiring leader ready to make a difference in the lives of children, families, and educators, we would love to hear from you.

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