Yarra Junction, Yarra Valley & High Country VICChildcare & Outside School Hours Care (Education & Training)Full timeSongbird Early Learning Centre – Yarra Junction is located in the beautiful Yarra Valley and we are currently looking for a strong leader to become our next Centre Manager. We are a small family-owned centre (39 places) and care for children between 6 weeks to 6 years. We are open from 7.00am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, closed public holidays and between Christmas and New Year.The role of Centre Manager is pivotal in creating a nurturing and supportive environment for both our team members and the children under our care.In this capacity, you will:Oversee the day-to-day operations of your CentreManage and build strong relationships with employees, families, and the wider communitySupport all team members to implement our play-based curriculumEnsure compliance with industry regulations and company valuesFoster a positive workplace cultureChampion child safety and positive learning outcomes for every childEnsure responsibilities of Nominated Supervisor are fulfilledBenefits:Above Award WageOnsite ParkingStaff discount for team members who have children in care at CentreSmall service with only 39 children at full capacity ensures that the role is manageable and comes with less stress than some of the bigger centres.Great opportunity to make this your own.We have a small group of Centres and you will have the ability to liaise with other Centre Managers to support each other.To be successful in this role, you will have:Early Childhood Teacher qualification is advantageous but not essential. At a minimum, you must hold a Diploma level Early Childhood Education QualificationMinimum 5 years’ experience in early childhood, preferably long day careDemonstrate an understanding of budget management, rostering, and managing compliance/mandatory documentationStrong understanding of the EYLF and NQSExcellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills with a positive attitude.Experience in Educational Leader/2IC role is advantageous but not necessary.Ability to be adaptable and flexible.Comfortable doing a variety of work both on and off the floor.First Aid TrainingAsthma and Anaphylaxis TrainingValid Working with Children Check (Employee) and Mandatory ReportingWe encourage applications from people who are from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, and cultural background.Songbird ELC is currently expanding and there is potential for room to move in the future. Queries and applications should be emailed to management@songbirdelc.com.auYour application will include the following questions:How many years' experience do you have as a centre manager?Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the early years learning framework?Do you have experience preparing work rosters?Have you worked in a role where you were responsible for budget management & forecasting?Have you completed a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care?Do you have professional child care experience?
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