Creche Manager

Viva Leisure parent company to Club Lime one of Australia's leading fitness companies are looking for a new Crèche Manager to join our club on a permanent part-time basis in Butler

Founded in 2004, Viva Leisure operates fitness clubs within the health and Leisure industry. We have a trajectory of growth as the largest independent health club operator in Australia and are the first fitness facility operator to list on the Australian Securities Exchange.

As the Crèche Manager, you'll lead the way in creating a fun, safe, and welcoming environment for children while their parents enjoy Viva Leisure's facilities. You'll oversee the day-to-day operations of the crèche — from organising engaging activities and maintaining high standards of care, to supporting a team that ensures every child feels happy, secure, and valued.

You'll also play a key role in delivering exceptional customer service to parents and caregivers, building trust and positive relationships that enhance the overall member experience. With a focus on safety, cleanliness, and quality, you'll ensure the crèche operates smoothly and continues to reflect Viva Leisure's commitment to excellence.

If you're a warm, organised, and enthusiastic leader with a passion for working with children and families, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and energetic team environment.

This is a permanent part-time opportunity - 20 hours per week.

We are looking for someone with:

Essential

• Current First Aid certification
• Current CPR certificate
• For roles in Creche, Swim School, and Group Fitness Instruction (GFI) in QLD: a valid Working with Children or Working with Vulnerable People Check is required. Please confirm with management whether this applies to your position.
• Demonstrated experience within the childcare industry and/or experience caring for infants and children in a professional or structured setting

Desirable

In addition to the essential requirements, the following are highly regarded:

• Formal qualifications in early childhood education, childcare, or a related field, or equivalent acquired skills through practical experience in a similar role

Crèche Management

• Promote a collaborative and teamwork-oriented culture within the team, ensuring effective communication and cooperation.
• Address staff or parent/guardian conflicts or issues promptly, escalating to management as needed.
• Create and oversee staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage based on the number and needs of children.
• Maintain accurate records of staff working hours in compliance with regulations and submit payroll information accurately and on time.

Crèche Experience

• Demonstrate an understanding of the needs of children aged 8 weeks to 12 years.
• Engage confidently and compassionately with infants and children.
• Provide a range of age-appropriate entertainment and activities.
• Offer guidance and supervision to children regarding acceptable behaviour and positive interaction.
• Deliver appropriate levels of care for individual children and groups.
• Foster a nurturing, welcoming, and inclusive environment for children, parents/guardians, and colleagues.

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure the crèche facility remains clean, safe, and free of clutter at all times.
• Maintain and service all equipment to ensure it is in good working order.
• Report and address all safety hazards, incidents, and near misses in line with business requirements.
• Adhere to all operational processes, safety protocols, and company policies.
• Complete administrative tasks accurately and efficiently as directed by the Club Manager.
• Identify and implement opportunities to enhance the quality and efficiency of crèche operations.
• Support the Club Manager in maintaining and reviewing safety procedures to safeguard children's wellbeing.

As an employer of choice, Viva prides itself on supporting you in the best way possible by providing a range of incentives that meet the everyday needs of our people. We offer a range of benefits to our employees such as Flexible Work Arrangements and great work-life balance for personal rejuvenation and well-being, Paid Parental Leave, Free fitness membership, Central locations with brand new facilities and ongoing learning and development opportunities. With countless career paths under one roof, the possibilities are endless.

Above all, Viva is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where every background, perspective, gender, and identity is celebrated. We believe in empowering everyone to be themselves, knowing that it's when we embrace our differences that we perform at our best.

We make every opportunity last at Viva and are looking to find members of the team to upskill and develop all with the aim to make Viva the best place to work.

At Viva Leisure , our mission is simple: to connect health and wellness to as many people as possible through our awesome, affordable, and accessible facilities. Our vision is to be the number one in the industry, benefitting our members, shareholders, franchisees, communities, and employees alike.

As an Australian-owned and ASX-listed company, we offer a diverse range of health and fitness solutions, including big box health clubs, express gyms, high-intensity group training studios, pilates, yoga, aquatics, women's-only facilities, personal training, and more. Established in 2004, our key brands include Club Lime, hiit republic, Plus Fitness, GROUNDUP, and Rebalance. With over 300 facilities across Australia and internationally, including corporate-owned and franchised sites, we're proud to serve diverse communities.

In 2020, Viva Leisure acquired Chain Collective Group to expand our fitness franchise brand both domestically and internationally, establishing ourselves as a major franchisor in the Australian marketplace. In 2021, Chain Collective Group became the franchising wing of Viva Leisure , paving the way for the development and growth of multiple brands.

In 2024 Viva Leisure acquired a 25% equity stake in World Gym Australia. Alongside the equity stake, Viva also acquired three corporate-owned World Gym locations in Queensland - Stafford, Coomera and Underwood.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Viva Leisure acknowledges and pays respect to the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia. We are grateful for the opportunity to operate facilities on these lands and to contribute to the health and well-being of all communities we form part of.

As a company dedicated to promoting health and wellness, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment within our facilities and workplaces that welcomes, respects and celebrates the rich cultural heritage of Indigenous peoples.