Service Manager/ Centre Director

Follyfoot Farm by Busy Bees At Follyfoot Farm, a passionate team of Educators come together to create an early learning environment that emphasises values of respect, kindness, empathy and connection. The children are offered opportunities to feed our animals and help look after their habitats on a daily basis. It is considered important that all children are provided the opportunity to participate in the care of the service animals and the platform this provides for developing their social awareness is limitless. Our Service is seeking a dynamic, passionate & confident leader in the Early Childhood Industry who strives to excel and leads by example, setting high industry standards for their team. If you are a Service Manager who is passionate about their work, looking for your next amazing career step, or a 2IC looking to step up & make their mark in the Industry, we want to hear from you. Apply Now! Key Benefits we offer for joining our Hive: Higher Salary - Competitive, above-award salary, negotiable to meet your needs! Bonus opportunities - Access to our BEEs Bonus program for Area Managers, paid quarterly! Uniforrm & Laundry - Get a Laundry allowance and annual Uniform Allocation! Childcare Fee Discount - Generous staff discount on childcare gap fees! Technology and Resources - Available at your fingertips to support and enhance you work experience.! National Support Network - Connect with Service, Area, and Regional Managers across Australia to build your professional support network! Pedagogy and Compliance Partner - dedicated support to assist with implementing pedagogical approaches to foster effective learning experiences and skill development! Learning & Development - Access to accredited training programs through Busy Bees partnered registered training organisation (RTO) to support continuous professional development! Talent Exchange Program - Opportunity to participate in the Busy Bees global Talent Exchange Program (TEP) - Canada was 2023, we are excited to see where we are heading in 2024! Employee Assistance Program - Access to Busy Bees' amazing EAP for any support you need! Essential Qualifications A current and valid Working With Children Check or ability to maintain one. First Aid Certificate including training in asthma and anaphylaxis. Essential Skills and Attributes Comprehensive knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the National Quality Standard (NQS) to ensure quality practices and outcomes for children. Proven ability to lead, inspire and manage a team of educators, ensuring optimal performance and staff retention. Capability to handle day-to-day operations, including staffing, budgeting and resource allocation. Familiarity with the Education and Care Services National Law and National Regulations, ensuring the Service remains compliant. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to liaise with families, staff, regulatory bodies and the broader community. Ability to establish and nurture positive relationships with all stakeholders, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment. Desirable Skills and Knowledge Experience in a previous Service Manager, Centre Director, Centre Manager role or similar. Skills to address and resolve conflicts or challenges that may arise among staff or with families. Experience in budgeting, financial planning and resource management. Ability to utilize relevant software for management, communication, and reporting purposes. A commitment to ongoing training and development to stay updated with sector changes and best practices. If you aren't an exact match still apply! If you are a motivated and experienced leader passionate about Early Childhood Education, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your resume via the "Apply Now" button which will direct you to our internal application site. Please create an account to commence your application. You can also send your Resume/CV and Cover Letter directly to melina.q@busybees.edu.au and if you have any further questions, contact us on 0497 456 186. Have a Bee-autiful day! Why Work for Busy Bees? If you’re passionate about early learning, Busy Bees is the place to be. Although we are part of a global organisation, our company was founded by three families looking for better, more enriching childcare. Three decades later, we still keep the same values at heart. We know that we couldn’t do what we do without the important people in our teams. We invest in our people and work with them to build career pathways that inspire.