Area Manager OSHC (Programs Engagement Manager)- Ballarat, Geelong & Western Suburbs of VIC.

The Extend Group invites applications from stellar Educational Managers to lead a cluster of OSHC businesses in the Ballarat, Geelong & Western Suburbs of VIC.

Applicants from Geelong, and Western Suburbs locations are preferred.

Salary: $90,000 - $99,000 Package includes Super and Bonus Payments. Additional Travel Allowance is also applicable.

Role

The Extend Group is looking for an experienced Area Manager for this people and business management role. You will have demonstrated experience managing people, preferably in the Child Care or Education sector. You have leadership skills, the drive to succeed, and the desire to support working families. The successful candidate finds purpose in working in Child Care. Your 'can do' attitude and solution-focused approach will contribute to your success!

This is an important and dynamic people management role in the area of Outside School Hours Care (OSHC). It includes Before and After School Care and Vacation Care and reports directly to the National Programs Manager. This position is based in the Ballarat, Geelong & Western Suburbs of VIC.

Company

Extend & VillageOSHC are part of The Extend Group. The group of companies has a strong network of supportive managers who are committed to helping you meet your career goals. With a 23-year history of delivering OSHC, The Extend Group has an unblemished record of educating and caring for children and has earned the reputation as Australia’s safest OSHC provider.

Our Core Values:

• Safety
• Integrity
• Respect
• Kindness

Our signature experience includes:

• Extensive induction and support Continued skills-based training.
• Belonging to a team which values your contribution and outcomes.
• Opportunities for career advancement within our four companies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage OSHC teams in schools.
• Oversee service management including staff management, program design support, business management, and motivating and managing teams.
• Conduct Educator appraisals.
• Build & maintain excellent relationships with educators, principals, school staff, parents, regulatory authorities, and suppliers.
• Prepare and support educators for Assessment and Rating reviews.
• Monthly reporting.

Benefits

• A great opportunity for an experienced Educator or Manager to carve out a career in business.
• Competitive salary with incentive.
• Business tools - Laptop, iPad, smartphone, travel allowance.
• Hybrid working conditions.
• Professional development opportunities to ensure your success.
• Opportunties to grow your career with a national organisation.
• Supportive and collaborative environment, which leads to successful outcomes.

Criteria

• Past people management experience in childcare is a strong advantage.
• Demonstrated area management or remote team management experience is favourable.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain excellent relationships internally and externally.
• Proven past success in management in any sector with the ability to demonstrate measurable outcomes.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Current VIC Working with Children's Check, First Aid HLTAID012, and Child Protection Training or are willing to obtain.
• Current driver's license and own car (travel allowance provided).
• Completed a Diploma or above in Child Care, Education, Community Services, or equivalent.

Why us?

If you decide to join The Extend Group and our constellation of companies, it's because you want to ensure every child can be inspired, learn, and have amazing experiences in their childhood. That's what we call - QUALITY! If you think you've got what it takes to make a difference in the quality of learning for many, then we would love to hear from you! Please submit your Resume and a Cover Letter addressing the criteria.

For more information and for a confidential discussion, please contact Roza, National Programs Manager at- 0428 580 776.

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