Childcare & Outside School Hours Care (Education & Training) At Uniting Early Learning (UEL), we're not your average workplace - we're not profit-driven; we're purpose-driven. As part of the Uniting Church in Queensland, we've been serving families since 1964, prioritising quality learning outcomes and a values-based philosophy.
We believe in making the world a better place, valuing all people, and achieving greatness by working together.
The Opportunity UEL is seeking an experienced Leader to join the team as Early Learning Area Manager. Reporting to the General Manager, you will be a trusted member of the team who will contribute confidently and embrace an abundant future. You will exemplify graciousness, explore beyond your assumptions and actively seek solutions as you undertake your role.
This role will see you drive operational and educational performance across assigned services, delivering high-quality and inclusive education and care to children and their families. The position oversees six (6) small boutique centres across North Brisbane (4), Gympie (1) and Rockhampton (1). It includes both Early Learning and OSHC in-centre services that are purpose rather than profit driven.
The position's key responsibilities include: To ensure the delivery of service programs and assessments are of the highest quality and are responsive and inclusive to community needs. To ensure services are compliant with all regulatory requirements including internal operational policies, risk management and work health and safety standards. To develop collaborative partnerships and relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Assist in the recruitment and placement of service level education and care professionals. Increase performance, pedagogy practice and knowledge of teams. Uniting Early Learning is able to offer a competitive salary in addition to: Flexible work hours - Option for 9-day fortnight Hybrid work location - Typically start week with centre visits, Thursday at Office and Friday WFH Free off-street parking at the office Extra Day off at Christmas Tool for trade vehicle Ongoing professional development & support from in-house quality team What do you need to be successful in this role? Qualifications in Early Childhood Demonstrated experience across multi-sites or large operations managing, mentoring and supporting early childhood education and care services to deliver high-quality outcomes, improve performance and in building a capable and engaged workforce. Demonstrated ability to achieve business outcomes through commercial and operational acumen across all service types. Additionally, qualifications in Business or related field are highly desirable. Highly developed interpersonal skills and ability to facilitate across team collaboration and cooperation to achieve best practice outcomes in child wellbeing and inclusion. Skills, capability, and experience in exploring options and implementing innovative strategies, including analysing trends and data; developing and maintaining effective relationships/ partnerships; and engaging with research and best practice. How to Apply If you've been reading this, nodding along and thinking, "This was written for me", we would love to hear from you. If you're from a diverse background, living with a disability, or making a comeback after raising kids, we see you, and we want to hear from you! Hit that "Apply" button and let's chat!
Uniting Church in Australia, Queensland Synod is committed to being a child safe, child friendly organisation and for all children who come into contact with our services we will provide welcoming, safe and nurturing services, prevent child abuse and neglect within our services and appropriately and immediately address child abuse and neglect if it does occur.
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