Childcare & Outside School Hours Care (Education & Training) Full time Do you have experience as a Centre Manager and are looking to continue growing your career and taking on a new challenge? Montessori Beginnings is a premium Early Learning organisation with one of our services located in Swan Hill, Victoria. Our amazing centre in Swan Hill opened 2 years ago and continues to thrive in the community. Due to internal movements, we are looking to welcome a Centre Manager to our amazing Leadership team. With supportive Operations and Education teams, a practice coordinator to support one-on-one learning with all employees and a passionate centre team, you will have everything you need to hit the ground running.
About You! We are looking for people passionate about the Early Childhood industry, who can inspire others and be a fundamental part of the centre team.
You will have a minimum of a Diploma in Early Childhood, with at least 1 year of experience in leading a team of educators and at least 3 years in the Early Childhood field. Montessori knowledge is preferred but not required. Training in Montessori knowledge will be provided throughout your ongoing journey with us.
You will be fun , energetic, friendly , motivated and willing to become part of our Montessori Beginnings family .
Sponsorship available for the right candidate.
About the Role! The Centre Manager is the captain of the ship and provides inspiring leadership, genuine relationships and a positive motivating presence for families, children and educators. They will take responsibility for the day-to-day operation and administration of the centre, ensuring the provision of high-quality early childhood education and care to children and their families. The right person will also be required to be flexible in their full-time working hours and be able to open and close the Centre when necessary. They will be responsible for overseeing the staff team including staff rostering, mentoring and performance, as well as centre compliance and operations.
A thorough understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework is essential and good leadership and mentoring skills are vital.
About Us! We are not a big organisation that can promise you the world; however, what we can promise you is a great place to work! Our inspiring leadership team is supportive and offers an innovative curriculum and well-being programs. We are genuine, honest and foster open conversations at every level of the organisation. We encourage staff to follow their chosen career path, whether within education, leadership or management. We invest in our team members by providing a unique professional development platform, discounts through our HR platform, team events and rewards for longevity.
We are looking forward to welcoming you to our Montessori Beginnings family.
The grass isn't always greener… but sometimes it is.
If you want to find out more or put your hand up for this unique opportunity, then click apply now or contact Merinda King at .
Your application will include the following questions:
Do you have experience in administration? Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the early years learning framework? Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years of people management experience do you have? Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check? How many years' experience do you have as a centre manager? Have you completed a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care? Do you have professional child care experience? #J-18808-Ljbffr