Area Manager- Multi-site Childcare Services

2 days ago

Silverwater NSW, Australia Scribbles and Giggles Childcare Centre Miller Full time $90,000 - $130,000 per year

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for early childhood education and a proven ability to manage teams across multiple sites?

We're seeking an experienced Area Manager to join our leadership team and oversee the day-to-day success of our five childcare centres across NSW.

This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with our Corporate Manager and CEO, taking responsibility for the smooth operation, compliance, and performance of all services while leading centre managers and teams towards excellence.

About Us

At Scribbles and Giggles Childcare Centres we believe in building safe, nurturing, and high-quality childcare environments where children, families, and educators thrive. With a strong reputation in the community and ambitious growth plans, we're looking for a hands-on, strategic, and people-focused Operations Manager to help take us to the next level.

The Role

As our Area Manager, you will:

  • Lead and support Centre Managers across 5 services, ensuring operational and educational excellence.
  • Partner directly with the CEO and Corporate Manager on strategy, planning, and service improvement.
  • Drive compliance with the NQS, EYLF, and all regulatory frameworks across services.
  • Manage budgets, occupancy, rostering, and resource allocation to meet KPIs.
  • Support recruitment, retention, and development of high-performing centre teams.
  • Implement systems, policies, and processes to ensure consistency and quality across locations.
  • Act as a key representative for our organisation with families, the community, and regulators.

About You

You are:

An experienced leader in early childhood services as Operations Manager, Area Manager.

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree

Skilled in multi-site leadership, compliance, and people management.

Strong in communication, mentoring, and building team culture.

Strategic and commercially minded, with a focus on growth and sustainability.

Passionate about safeguarding children and upholding the highest standards of care.

What We Offer

  • A senior leadership role reporting directly to the CSM & CEO.
  • Competitive salary + performance incentives.
  • Car allowance / travel support between centres.
  • Ongoing professional development and leadership coaching.
  • The opportunity to make a real impact across 5 centres and help shape our future growth.

Ready to Step Up?

If you're a childcare leader who thrives on managing people, driving results, and making a difference across multiple services, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV and cover letter to

Join us in shaping the future of childcare — leading, inspiring, and creating impact at scale.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $90,000.00 – $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Childcare assistance
  • Company car
  • Employee discount
  • Employee mentoring program
  • Maternity leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Salary packaging
  • Travel reimbursement
  • Visa sponsorship

Work Authorisation:

  • Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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