CENTRE MANAGER - MAREEBA KIDS CAMPUS

Mareeba Childcare & Kindergarten Inc

$39.00– $45.00 per hour

Mareeba Kids Campus (MKC) empowers children to belong, thrive, and succeed by valuing their strengths and fostering their curiosity and potential.

The Role

MKC are seeking an experienced and passionate CENTRE MANAGER to lead our team and manage the day-to-day operations of our Mareeba Kids Campus Dunlop St service https://mareebakidscampus.com.au/

Reporting to the General Manager, you will be required to

Lead and inspire your team to provide exceptional education and care

Ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework (NQF) and MKC standards

Build and maintain strong relationships with families and the local community

Manage enrolments, budgets, and staffing effectively

Drive continuous improvement and foster a culture of quality and collaboration

Support the professional growth and development of your team develop, implement and monitor high quality learning programs, that are fun and engaging;

Implement and monitor the Early Years Learning Framework and the National Quality Standards, whilst embracing the values and vision of Mareeba Kids Campus.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and inspire your team to provide exceptional education and care.

Oversee budgets and centre costs with the ability to identify opportunities for growth, improve operational systems, and lead the Centre towards increased occupancy and ensure financial sustainability.

A strong knowledge of regulatory requirements ensuring your centre remains fully compliant with all relevant legislation.

Strong people management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team by demonstrating authentic and consistent leadership

Optimise staffing through strategic rostering, ensuring the right people are in the right places.

Develop professional and positive relationships with families.

Champion a strong safety culture, implementing processes to ensure safety risks are managed.

Build effective and healthy partnerships with team members, children and families and the community through effective, respectful relationships and open communication.

Essential Qualifications/Requirements

Minimum 3 years’ proven experience as a Centre Manager, or in a senior leadership role within a childcare service.

Completed a Diploma of Children's Services (Early Childhood Education and Care) or other relevant industry qualifications – or working towards

Current First Aid qualifications or the ability to obtain

Current QLD Working with Children Check issued by Blue Card Services, Department of Justice and Attorney-General

Perks and Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Opportunity for Career Advancement

Access to Paid Professional Development

Company Sponsored Events

Discounted Child Care Fees

1 week Christmas New Year Annual Closure

How to Apply

If you require further information about the role, and/or you have the right skills and experience please email a cover letter and resume to [email protected]