Early Learning Operations Manager

1 week ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Orchard Talent Group Full time $120,000 - $150,000 per year

The organisation

A well-established provider of early childhood education and care, this organisation supports the growth and development of thousands of children across a large network of centres nationally. With a strong reputation for quality and innovation, they offer programs that integrate learning, health, and wellbeing to deliver positive outcomes for children, families, and communities. Their values-led culture places equal emphasis on people, performance, and purpose.

The opportunity

Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Early Learning Operations Manager will:

  • Lead, coach, and develop Centre Directors across a portfolio of around 10 centres in Sydney.
  • Oversee operational performance, including occupancy, family experience, safety, and compliance.
  • Deliver commercial outcomes by optimising revenue, managing costs, and achieving financial targets.
  • Act as a conduit between centre teams and central support functions, ensuring smooth implementation of strategy, projects, and initiatives.
  • Collaborate with peers across the leadership team to share insights and drive strategic goals.
  • Build strong networks of Centre Directors, fostering collegiality and the sharing of best practice.

About you

You're an experienced operational leader with a track record of success in multi-site or area management in early childhood education. You'll thrive in this role if you have:

  • Proven experience leading large teams and driving performance across multiple sites.
  • Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to understand and influence P&L performance.
  • Knowledge of the National Quality Framework and early learning compliance standards.
  • The ability to coach, mentor and uplift leaders, tailoring your approach to different individuals and contexts.
  • Excellent relationship-building and influencing skills, with a collaborative and supportive style.
  • A current driver's licence and willingness to travel across your region.

What's on Offer

This is a key regional leadership opportunity with scope to shape outcomes across multiple campuses and develop the next generation of leaders. You'll be supported by dedicated specialists and central teams, and empowered with coaching and professional growth pathways. Alongside a values-led culture, you'll enjoy:

  • Competitive salary + $10k car allowance + performance bonus
  • 50% childcare discount for your family
  • Two additional wellbeing days off per year
  • Paid parental leave and access to free Employee Assistance Program
  • Tailored leadership coaching and real career pathways within a growing organisation

How to Apply

For a confidential discussion or role related questions, please contact Ali Baker of The Orchard Talent Group on or email To apply please submit your current Cover Letter and CV via the link. Please note applicants must have a legal right to work in Australia.

The Orchard Talent Group acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work. We pay our respect to their Elders past, present and emerging, for they hold the memories, traditions, culture and hopes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

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