Area Manager - Newcastle (NSW) We are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join our team as an Area Manager .
In this role, you will lead a portfolio of services , driving the commercial, people, and quality objectives of the organisation.
Reporting to the Operations Director , you will lead a team of Service Managers, cultivating a high-performance culture through strong leadership practices.
Your focus will be on delivering commercial success, empowering our people, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional care and educational programs that give every child the best possible start in life.
Why Join Us?
Competitive Salary + Bonus Program Generous Childcare Fee Discount Fully Maintained Car & Allowance Career Growth with Global Opportunities Accredited Training Programs Global Talent Exchange – Opportunities to work internationally!
Employee Assistance Program – We support you!
Key Responsibilities: Lead and inspire your teams to exceed commercial, quality , and compliance goals .
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation across your services.
Proactively review quality and compliance data, identify trends, and ensure the delivery of Quality Improvement Plans (QIP) and optimal Assessment and Rating outcomes.
Ensure the delivery of top-tier education and care in alignment with National Quality Standards (NQS) and the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) .
Oversee workforce planning and recruitment, ensuring the right talent is in place to achieve operational goals.
Monitor and support services to meet financial , quality , and operational targets.
Develop and implement improvement plans for any underperforming services.
Build strong relationships within the community and across the Busy Bees network.
What We Are Looking For: Diploma in Early Childhood Education (or ACECQA equivalent).
Proven experience in a leadership role within the Early Childhood Education sector.
Strong understanding of the regulations and standards governing childcare services.
Valid Working with Children's Check .
First Aid Certification (optional).
If you're a motivated and experienced leader with a passion for Early Childhood Education , we invite you to apply.
Don't miss the chance to showcase your leadership skills and make a meaningful impact on the lives of young children and their families 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.