Centre Manager - Director

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Lead and Inspire : Experienced Childcare Centre Manager Opportunity in Lathlain! Are you a dynamic early childhood education leader ready to shape young minds and elevate a well-regarded centre? If you have a proven track record in management and a deep passion for fostering exceptional learning environments, we invite you to take the helm of our beautiful and established childcare centre in Lathlain.

Conveniently located within 5km of the Perth CBD and embedded within a vibrant community hub, this is an exceptional opportunity to build upon strong foundations and drive further growth and excellence.

As our experienced Centre Manager, you will be empowered to cultivate a nurturing and stimulating environment for children, families, and our dedicated team of educators. You will have the autonomy to shape the centre's unique identity.

Your Expertise Will Drive : Exceptional Team Leadership : Inspire, mentor, and guide our already cohesive and proud team to consistently deliver outstanding care and education.

Strategic Growth & Community Engagement : Build strong, lasting relationships with families and the local community, implementing your vision to further develop the centre's reach and reputation.

Operational Mastery : Oversee all day-to-day operations with efficiency and precision, ensuring full compliance with regulations and best practices.

Developmentally Rich Programs : Champion and support the delivery of engaging and age-appropriate programs that ignite children's curiosity and foster holistic development.

Strong Family Partnerships : Leverage our prime location to cultivate open communication and build strong, supportive relationships with parents.

Empowered and High-Performing Team : Lead the recruitment, training, and ongoing development of our staff, nurturing the positive and supportive work culture that is a hallmark of our centre.

Uncompromising Quality & Safety : Maintain our unwavering commitment to the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

What You Bring : You are a proactive and highly motivated leader with a genuine passion for early childhood education and a proven ability to build upon existing success. You possess exceptional skills in balancing team leadership with strategic management and consistently prioritise the needs of children and their families. You are :

A dedicated and inspiring leader with a clear vision.

Deeply passionate about creating enriching and stimulating learning environments.

Positive, resilient, and possess a proactive, solutions-focused approach.

Highly adaptable and skilled at employing various leadership styles to achieve positive outcomes.

Your Credentials : Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education.

Substantial and demonstrable experience as a Centre Manager (ideally 2+ years).

A profound passion for early childhood education and an unwavering commitment to providing high-quality care.

Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Strong organisational, time management, and problem-solving abilities.

Proven proficiency in relevant software such as Xplor, MyWaitlist, Storypark, and Microsoft Suite.

What We Offer : A competitive salary package that recognizes your experience and leadership capabilities.

Dedicated opportunities for professional development and ongoing growth.

A supportive and collaborative work environment where your expertise and contributions are highly valued.

The rewarding opportunity to make a significant and positive impact on the lives of young children and their families.

The stability and backing of a small, family-run organisation deeply committed to providing high-quality childcare across Perth.

Looking to commence end of July

Ready to lead and inspire? Apply now to shape young minds and take our thriving centre to even greater heights! How do your skills match this job? How do your skills match this job? Sign in and update your profile to get insights. Your application will include the following questions :

How many years of recruitment experience do you have? Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years' experience do you have as a centre manager? Do you have professional child care experience? How many years of people management experience do you have? Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the National Quality Framework? To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.

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