Childcare & Outside School Hours Care (Education & Training)
Full time
$90,000 – $100,000 p/a + 5k A/L + 95% off Gap Fee*
Beaudesert Kids Early Learning Centre is a purpose-built, Reggio Emilia inspired centre. It is set to be a vibrant, engaging place where children can explore, discover, and thrive. This beautifully designed centre boasts 6 amazing studios, each thoughtfully crafted to cater to the diverse needs and imaginations of children.
A true highlight of our centre is the Reggiane and Belvedere studios, both featuring magical loft spaces that are designed to encourage exploration and imaginative play. These lofts create exciting nooks for children to retreat to, read, or simply let their imaginations soar as they engage with the rich learning environment around them.
Beyond the studios, the centre is designed to ensure that both children and educators feel supported and inspired. The generous-sized staff retreat provides a peaceful space for our dedicated team to recharge and collaborate.
We are currently looking for a motivated, passionate and experienced Centre Manager to lead this brand new centre.
The successful applicant will lead with experience, dedication, commitment and professionalism. You will have support from one of our Leadership & Business Managers and development team as well as an experienced and passionate support office team for ongoing support.
Key Responsibilities:
* Enhance the performance of the centre through proactive management of key financials including occupancy, rostering, collection of fees, marketing, wages and general administration duties.
* Assist in the development of the new centre.
* Build a strong presence in the local community.
* Build strong relationships with families and children.
* Develop and maintain partnerships within the local community.
* Develop and maintain the centre Quality Improvement Plan.
* Demonstrate excellent communication and time management skills.
* Possess strong written and verbal skills.
* Understand and adhere to all Queensland Childcare requirements including the NQF, NQS, EYLF and MTOP.
* Show excellent leadership qualities, be proactive and utilise their remarkable people skills.
* Set high standards for staff and centre performance by nurturing staff morale.
* Be capable of working autonomously.
* Express a genuine passion or interest in the Reggio Emilia philosophy.
* Previous experience with a new centre build.
* Experience using Kidsoft software is advantageous but not essential.
Additional Benefits:
* Above award remuneration package (based on experience) including bonus scheme.
* Opportunity to opt into our regular RDO program.
* Supportive working environment.
* We invest heavily in regular personal and professional development and ample opportunities to connect as a leadership team.
* Invitation to our Annual Kids ELC Leadership Retreat to relax, reflect and celebrate.
* 95% off Childcare fees for all employees.
* 5 weeks Annual leave.
* Full access to our total wellbeing platform (Telus Health) including 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance program for yourself and members of your household.
Kids ELC invests with loyalty and commitment in its educators through professional development. We believe that it is only through equipping our educators fully with the tools required can they in turn become successful in their roles and thus creating the highest quality environments and programs for our children. We encourage a healthy balance of work/home balance and engage with the 'FISH' philosophy to encourage happy and productive working relationships and workplace.
Eligibility Requirements:
Eligible applicants for this position, MUST have significant experience as a Centre Manager and hold the appropriate qualifications as well as hold or be willing to obtain a current suitability card, First Aid/CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma training and be competently aware and understand the assessment and rating processes.
If you would like to be considered for this fabulous opportunity, please click apply or email a resume and cover letter addressing the essential criteria as well as a picture of something that you value and why to our recruitment team at recruitment@kidselc.com.au.
For more information on Kids Early Learning Centres, please visit our website (www.kidselc.com.au).
Your application will include the following questions:
* Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
* How many years' experience do you have as a centre manager?
* Have you completed a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care?
* Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the early years learning framework?
* How many years' experience do you have as a centre director?
* Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the National Quality Framework?
* How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
* Do you have professional child care experience?
Kids Early Learning Centres is a family owned and operated fast-growing organisation.
At the heart of the Kids ELC’s philosophy is a belief in the absolute importance of responsive and reciprocal relationships. We believe that children learn best in a safe and nurturing environment where they can develop confidence, independence, and a strong sense of emotional and physical wellbeing. Our Educators are supported by our centre Leaders who establish respectful and caring relationships with our team, children, and families so they can work together to construct curriculum and learning experiences relevant to the children.
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