
Assistant (2IC) Service Manager
Busy Bees
Posted 8 days ago
Assistant Centre Director – Busy Bees at Geelong West
Location: Geelong West, VIC
Centre Capacity: 142 places
Employment Type: Full-Time
Hourly Rate: $38.15 – $39.39 (WT 5A.1 to 5.4)
Lead with purpose. Grow with us.
Busy Bees at Geelong West is seeking a passionate and experienced Assistant Centre Director (2IC) to support our Centre Director in delivering exceptional care and education for our 142-place centre. This is an exciting opportunity for a strong leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is ready to take the next step in their early childhood career.
About the Role
As the Assistant Centre Director, you will:
Support the daily operations of the service in collaboration with the Centre Director
Mentor, guide and support educators across all rooms
Help ensure compliance with regulations and internal policies
Build strong relationships with children, families, staff, and the community
Contribute to continuous improvement and service quality
Step up as the Responsible Person when required
What You’ll Need
Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or higher)
Working with Children Check (Employee – VIC)
First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis certification (HLTAID012 or equivalent)
Child Protection / Mandatory Reporting training
Experience in a leadership role within an early learning setting
Strong understanding of the National Quality Framework (NQF) and EYLF
Excellent communication, time management and mentoring skills
Key Benefits
Competitive hourly rate: $38.15 – $39.39
Leadership mentoring and career growth pathways
Uniform allocation and laundry allowance
Generous childcare discount up to 50% for permanent employees
Access to Busy Bees’ online training platform and national talent exchange program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Supportive leadership team and inclusive work environment
Apply Now
Are you ready to inspire and lead with heart? Join Busy Bees at Geelong West and make a lasting impact in a centre that values quality, service, care and value.
Click APPLY to start your journey with us.
About Busy Bees
Busy Bees Early Learning provides high-quality early learning and exciting educational opportunities to give every child the best start in life. Our passionate people empower children in our care to become successful learners, confident and creative individuals, and active and informed citizens who are prepared for lifelong learning. Busy Bees is a global success story and our Hive is growing. With 150 centres across Australia and more on the way.
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