Area Manager | Brisbane | Imagine Education Group Skip to content We are looking for an outstanding and experienced Area Manager who is able to work hands-on with our Centre Directors. The role is based on the Brisbane, with regular travel throughout the state, so your base location is flexible but you must be able to travel. You will manage no more than 5 centres at one time, providing you with the ability to succeed in your role and to support your allocated centres!About usImagine Education Group prides itself on over 20 years of experience in the successful development, operation, and management of childcare centres across Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia. We are committed to making a difference and are passionate about providing families and communities with the very best early education, care, and facilities to ensure successful outcomes for children.About your new roleWork closely with Centre Directors who are widely geographically dispersed, to implement systems and operational processes for the effective day-to-day management of each centre.Provide mentoring and guidance to centre leaders and all staff to promote a high level of understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework and the delivery of engaging, creative and environmentally friendly programs for children.Build and maintain open and supportive communication with staff, children and families at each centre.Ensure each centre operates according to company policies and procedures, legislative requirements, and the National Quality Framework.Maintain and develop positive relationships and effective communication with various external agencies.Manage each centre's budget and expenditure within budget guidelines.Mentor managers and staff to achieve their own professional goals and high levels of performance.Manage internal and external reporting requirements efficiently.Be able to Identify and embrace opportunities to continuously support services to learn and grow through professional development.About youMUST have experience as an Area Manager, managing multiple childcare services at the one time.MUST be willing to travel regularly, either driving or flying to centres.MUST be able to travel interstate on a regular basisA Diploma or Bachelor of Early Childhood Education or equivalent as approved by ACECQA.Current blue card, first aid certification, asthma, and anaphylaxis training.A high level of knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and the National Quality Framework.The ability to work independently.The ability to develop positive working relationships with multiple stakeholders.A high level of written and verbal communication skills.Excellent leadership, people and time management skills.A high level of understanding of operational best practice.Ability to influence and mentor a large, geographically dispersed team.A work ethic that embraces a high level of integrity and reliability.What we can offer youA generous high-end salary paid weekly!A fully maintained vehicle, laptop, iPad and phoneAll travel and training paid forAccess to novated vehicle leasing, enhancing your take-home pay!Access to discounts from hundreds of well-known brands and retailers, including groceries, fuel, gyms, leisure and utilities!Free annual flu shot, first aid, asthma, and anaphylaxis certification.Free annual child protection training.A boutique allocation of no more than five centres at one time.An intimate group of like-minded Area Managers who are passionate about networking with, and supporting each other.Supportive and friendly Management and Head Office teams.How to applyIf you would like to join our dedicated team of Early Childhood Professionals, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please send your resume and cover letter to: ****** In the subject line of your email please state: Area Manager - QLDOnly applicants that meet the above criteria will be contacted for an interview.
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