TeamKids is on the search for a remarkable Manager, ready to take the next step in their career! We have a full-timeProgram Manager position available at our Nicholls (ACT 2913) service!

• Unique opportunity to plan, resource and deliver an amazing service YOUR way
• Amazing support, including a network of peers, Regional Manager and Mentor
• HQ support allows you to focus on delivering an exceptional experience for kids!

About the role

• You will be managing a Large service with opportunity for even more growth.
• The Program Manager’s primary role is to oversee all day to day operations at their Before and After Care service.
• The role will be accountable for all management, support, training and professional development for the team of Directors, 2ICs and Educators, and will be accountable for ensuring a high quality and viable program for the service community.
• To be onsite for at least one Before School Care and four After School Care sessions per week
• The role will focus on; Direct management of a team of Directors of Service, and indirect management and support of a team of Educators and support staff
• Overseeing the planning, resourcing and delivery of remarkable, fun and engaging program for all groups and children in attendance.
• Building and maintaining exceptional relationships with the children, families, school leadership and wider school community.
• Impact the lives of children and their families by delivering a remarkable service and creating life-long memories
• Network and collaborate regularly with your peers across Australia
• Training and development opportunities
• Working hours - this is a unique role that offers flexible working hours and block shifts!

Service operating times:
Before school care, 7:00am – 9:00am
After school care, 2:15pm -6:00pm.

Staffing structure: This is a large service, and TeamKids has put together a unique staffing structure to support the needs of this school, to ensure the upmost support is provided. This will include, a full time on site Program Manager, full time Director of Service (x2), full time Child Wellbeing and Inclusion Officer, Second in Charge (x2), Permanent part-time educators (x10) and a pool of casual educators.


School Specifics – This is one service, that caters for two separate schools, all on the same site. Beautiful, spacious environment with a mix of dedicated spaces and a big shared hall. This is a large service, with joint facilities. Commercial kitchen on site. Working with two schools that are super keen and excited to work collaboratively.

You’ll be perfect for this role if you’re:

• A big kid at heart who thrives in a lively, fast-paced environment
• A natural leader with great communication skills – from chatting with kids to meeting with principals
• Exceptional leadership and management skills with background in managing large groups of children and staff - ideally a large child care service or large OSHC service.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills and a can-do attitude
• Passionate about providing primary-aged kids with unforgettable experiences
• Energetic, enthusiastic, and all about FUN!

Qualifications:
To apply, and be successful you’ll need (or be studying towards) an ACECQA-approved qualification diploma level or above, which may include Teaching, Early Childhood Education Youth Work, and more.
Visit www.acecqa.gov.au for full details.

✅The Perks ✅

• We support your growth and offer incredible opportunities to develop your career – 60% of our vacancies are filled internally.
• Ongoing training and mentoring to help you succeed.
• Flexible work arrangements – perfect for combining with your studies.
• Be part of the vibrant and passionate TeamKids community, and make lasting friendships at work.
• Discounts galore – retail, fuel, technology, movies, gym memberships, and more!
• 95% off TeamKids care for your own children.

We can't wait to hear from you.

Apply today!

At TeamKids, the safety and well-being of children is our highest priority. As part of our recruitment process, we carry out thorough background checks, reference checks, and screening to ensure all potential employees are committed to safeguarding children and have no history of behaviour that could compromise their safety.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and we are committed to ensuring the safety of all children in our care. This means at TeamKids we are passionate about equality and diversity, we value every individual, we passionately protect and ensure every child’s safety, and are always seeking to be better and do better than yesterday.