Regional Service Manager - Early Learning Centres

Location: Ballarat Region
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: $115000-$135000 + OTE (incl Super)

Are you ready to lead, inspire, and shape the future of early childhood education in Ballarat? Jenny’s ELC is looking for a dynamic Regional Support Manager (RSM) to join our passionate team! This brand new opportunity to design and deliver exceptional early learning services, support a team of dedicated professionals, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of children, families, and educators across your region.

About the Role

As the RSM, you will be responsible for the operational excellence, financial performance, safety, and people leadership of our expanding Ballarat group of Centres. Working closely with Centre Directors and the CEO, you will ensure that Jenny’s ELC remains a leader in early childhood education through our positive community engagement, high-quality programs, that exceed industry standards and foster positive outcomes for all.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Excellence

• Design and deliver high-quality, cost-effective early childhood services that attract families and educators while meeting regulatory standards.
• Support and guide Centre Directors and Centre leadership teams to execute Jenny’s ELC values and objectives.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures in compliance with regulations and Jenny’s ELC standards.
• Oversee service presentation standards and ensure consistency across all centres in the region.

Financial Leadership

• Manage the financial performance of each centre, ensuring efficient rostering and recruitment aligned with business goals.
• Ensure all eligible centre funding is received, including subsidies and support programs.
• Provide regular performance reports

Safety & Compliance

• Champion Jenny’s safety framework to maximise the wellbeing of children and staff.
• Proactively identify, report, and mitigate risks and potential issues.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and resolve any issue effectively.

People Leadership

• Foster a collaborative and inclusive culture, inspiring a diverse team to achieve shared goals.
• Mentor and support staff through professional development and engagement initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to maintain and enhance Jenny’s ELC reputation and culture.

About You

You are a genuine and accountable person who has a positive mindset. A strategic thinker, an inspiring leader, and a passionate advocate for quality early childhood education. You thrive in a dynamic environment and have the skills and experience to support multiple services while delivering exceptional outcomes for children, families, and educators.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience in a similar leadership role within early childhood education or childcare services.
• Strong financial skills, including cost accountability and reporting.
• Working knowledge of government funding and requirements.
• Demonstrated experience managing culturally diverse teams.
• Tertiary qualification in Children’s Services, Education, or equivalent.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to the success of Jenny’s Early Learning Centres and Early Childhood Education in Ballarat, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining who you are and why you’d be an awesome fit to lead our team.

For a confidential discussion please reach out to our CEO Darren to organise a discussion on 03 54543993

Applications close: Sunday 6th April 2025