Service Manager | Busy Bees Early Learning – Canberra

📍 Location: Canberra, ACT
💰 Salary: $43.99 - $49.43 + Relocation & Retention Bonus OR Sponsorship

Join Busy Bees – Where Your Leadership Shapes the Future!

Are you an experienced Service Manager passionate about delivering high-quality early learning experiences? Busy Bees is seeking a dedicated leader to oversee our Canberra services and make a real impact on children, families, and educators.

🛫 Considering a move? We offer:
✔️ Relocation support of up to $4K (refundable) for candidates relocating from Sydney, Melbourne, or Brisbane to help cover your moving costs .
✔️ Your choice of:

• Retention bonus of up to $6K (paid at 6 & 13 months), OR
• Visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.
• Higher Salary - Competitive, above-award salary, negotiable to meet your needs.
• Bonus opportunities - Access to our BEEs Bonus program for Service Managers, paid quarterly.
• Uniform & Laundry - Get a Laundry allowance and annual Uniform Allocation
• Childcare Fee Discount - Generous staff discount on childcare gap fees.
• Technology and Resources - Available at your fingertips to support and enhance you work experience.
• National Support Network - Connect with Service, Area, and Regional Managers across Australia to build your professional support network.
• Pedagogy and Compliance Partner - dedicated support to assist with implementing pedagogical approaches to foster effective learning experiences and skill development.
• Learning & Development - Access to accredited training programs through Busy Bees partnered registered training organisation (RTO) to support continuous professional development.
• Talent Exchange Program - Opportunity to participate in the Busy Bees global Talent Exchange Program (TEP) - Canada was 2023, and Asia was 2024, we are excited to see where we are heading in 2025.
• Employee Assistance Program - Access to Busy Bees' amazing EAP for any support you need.

Essential Qualifications

• A current and valid Working With Children Check or ability to maintain one.
• First Aid Certificate including training in asthma and anaphylaxis.

Essential Skills and Attributes

• Comprehensive knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the National Quality Standard (NQS) to ensure quality practices and outcomes for children.
• Proven ability to lead, inspire and manage a team of educators, ensuring optimal performance and staff retention.
• Capability to handle day-to-day operations, including staffing, budgeting and resource allocation.
• Familiarity with the Education and Care Services National Law and National Regulations, ensuring the Service remains compliant.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to liaise with families, staff, regulatory bodies and the broader community.
• Ability to establish and nurture positive relationships with all stakeholders, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment.

Desirable Skills and Knowledge

• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in a similar centre management or leadership role within the childcare industry.
• Skills to address and resolve conflicts or challenges that may arise among staff or with families.
• Experience in budgeting, financial planning and resource management.
• Ability to utilize relevant software for management, communication, and reporting purposes.
• A commitment to ongoing training and development to stay updated with sector changes and best practices.

For International Applicants:

If you are an international applicant, we kindly ask that you check your qualifications on the ACECQA website before applying to ensure they meet Australian standards. This will help us process your application more efficiently.

Apply Now!

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and join a team that truly cares, we would love to hear from you! Please send your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and why you would be a great fit for Busy Bees Canberra to [email protected]
For more information, feel free to contact Oscar 0409730934.

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