CENTRE MANAGER – Bright Steps Educational Care and Kindergarten Williamstown

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About Us

At Journey Early Learning we come together to share, learn and grow... inspiring lifelong learning along the way.

As a part of the Journey Early Learning Group, Bright Steps Williamstown is dedicated to providing the very best in early education and care for our children and families. It's our responsibility to do all we can to optimise a child's experience during their time with us.

We are genuinely committed to investing in our people, curriculum, facilities and resources to inspire lifelong learning and help every child reach their full potential.

Our Centre

Bright Steps Williamstown is an 80-place centre where children aged from 6 weeks to 6 years of age can make a positive start to a life of learning, growth and opportunity.

• Our rooms are full of modern resources and technology including Story Park online portal
• We have fabulous, spacious indoor and outdoor play areas
• We are well established and supported by the families in the community
• Our established leadership teams are here to support you in your new role

The Role

We have a fantastic opportunity for an inspiring and experienced Centre Manager to join us. This role will give you variety and the responsibility to manage and empower your team to provide the highest quality care and education to our children, and support to our families and community.

You will work autonomously yet understand the importance of a collaborative approach when needed and lead your team to take ownership within their environments. You thrive on being accountable for overall performance of the service whilst having a dedicated support structure to allow you to have immense job satisfaction. You're loud and proud to be the best service in your local community.

Key responsibilities:  

• Creating positive and open professional relationships with the community, families and children
• Managing the day to day operation of the Centre in line with Journey Early Learning Policies and Procedures.
• Being an inspiring leader and mentor to your team of educators
• Managing all Enrolments and waitlist.
• Overseeing curriculum development in collaboration with the Educational Leader.
• Ensuring the centre is compliant with State legislation and Exceeds National Quality Standards (NQS). 

The successful candidate:

• Must hold a Diploma or Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (ECT) 
• At least 3 years' experience in a similar Centre Manager role. 
• In depth understanding of and commitment to the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), National Quality Standards (NQS) and National Regulations.
• Proven ability to inspire, lead and support a team of educators
• Experience in working within allocated budgets.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Well-developed organisation skills and ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines.
• Willing to explore new ideas and concepts in early childhood care and education
• Qikkids and Storypark experience highly desirable. 

 Benefits:  

• Great network of like-minded centre managers to support you in your role
• Additional management support from our Operations Team.
• Professional development opportunities for you and your team.
• Opportunity to participate in the Centre Manager bonus scheme
• Weekly Payroll
• Birthday Recognition – Celebrate your birthday with a paid day off
• Volunteer Day – Receive a paid day each year to volunteer with a charity organisation
• Meals Provided – team members can elect to receive meals and snacks in line with the centre menu
• Anniversary Recognition – Celebrate your work anniversary with a gift

To apply or enquire about this role, please send your Cover Letter and Resume to [email protected].