Join Our Hive as a 2IC Service Manager at Busy Bees Altona Meadows!

Location: Altona Meadows, VIC​

About Us: At Busy Bees at Altona Meadows, we provide a nurturing environment for children aged six weeks to six years. Our state-of-the-art, two-storey facility features six beautifully designed rooms, catering to up to 114 children daily. Conveniently located at 19-21 Point Cook Road, our centre is easily accessible via public transport and a short drive from Point Cook Road exit off the freeway.

The Opportunity: We are seeking a dynamic and confident leader in the Early Childhood Industry to join our management team as a 2IC Service Manager. In this role, you'll collaborate closely with the Service Manager to foster quality relationships with children, parents, and staff, ensuring our service reaches new heights of success. If you're passionate about early childhood education and ready to lead by example, we want to hear from you!​

Why Join Busy Bees at Altona Meadows?

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy above-award hourly rates designed to support your work-life balance.​
• Additional Benefits: Receive a laundry allowance and annual uniform allocation on top of your salary.​
• Childcare Discounts: Benefit from generous childcare gap fee discounts as a permanent Busy Bees staff member.​
• Professional Growth: Access opportunities for further knowledge and career development within a leading global brand in the Early Childhood industry.​
• Leadership Development: Showcase and build your leadership skills within a supportive and inclusive team environment.​
• Continuous Learning: Enhance your knowledge and skills with our Busy Bees training platform.​
• Wellbeing Support: Access our Employee Assistance Program for any support you need.​
• Global Opportunities: Participate in our Global Talent Exchange Program and connect with leaders in the Early Childhood Industry nationwide.​

Essential Qualifications:

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent qualification as recognized by ACECQA.​
• A current and valid Working With Children Check or the ability to obtain one.​
• First Aid Certificate, including training in asthma and anaphylaxis.​

Essential Skills and Attributes:

• Understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the National Quality Standard (NQS) to assist in ensuring quality practices and outcomes.​
• Ability to support, mentor, and lead a team of educators in the absence of the Service Manager.​
• Capability to assist in managing daily operations, from staffing to parent communications.​
• Strong verbal and written skills for effective interactions with families, staff, and regulatory bodies.​
• Ability to effectively address and resolve issues that may arise within the service.​

Desirable Skills and Knowledge:

• Previous experience in a Service 2IC, Assistant Director, Assistant Service Manager, or similar role within an early childhood setting.​
• Demonstrated skills in working collaboratively with a diverse team of educators and support staff.​
• Proficiency in using relevant management software and tools for communication, documentation, and reporting.​
• A commitment to engaging in ongoing training and development.​
• Skills to address and mediate challenges or disputes that might arise among staff or with families.​

Apply Now!

Please submit your resume via the "Apply Now" button, which will direct you to our internal application site. Please create an account to commence your application.​

Questions? Curious about other opportunities? Email us at [email protected] or call us at 0409 730 934.​

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