Service Manager Act

Service Manager | Busy Bees Early Learning - Canberra

Location : Canberra, ACT

• Salary
• 43.99 - $49.43 + Relocation & Retention Bonus OR Sponsorship

Join Busy Bees - Where Your Leadership Shapes the Future!

Are you an experienced Service Manager passionate about delivering high-quality early learning experiences? Busy Bees is seeking a dedicated leader to oversee our Canberra services and make a real impact on children, families, and educators.

Considering a move? We offer :

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.

For International Applicants :

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join a team that truly cares, we would love to hear from you! Please send your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and why you would be a great fit for Busy Bees Canberra to

For more information, feel free to contact Oscar 0409730934.

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.