Area Manager Childcare VIC – Affinity Education Group – Melbourne

Affinity Education Group is seeking to appoint
a motivated, dynamic and professional individual in the role of Area Manager in VIC.

Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, the
purpose of this role is to provide leadership and operational direction to centres within an area to ensure they operate in accordance with the Company’s Visions and Philosophy.

The vision of Affinity Education Group is to provide a safe, respectful and compassionate environment
that recognises children as people with valuable views and interests to ensure children feel noticed, heard and understood while receiving the best possible educational program to support their emotional and social development.

The benefits of working with Affinity Education

Group include:

An exciting and dynamic work environment;
A professional culture and supportive environment;
Development and career progression     opportunities;
Performance-based recognition program;
A work/life balance;
Attractive base salary package + Car + Bonuses.

We identify the significance of collaboration and connectedness and acknowledge that all members of staff contribute as a unified team with shared visions of value and respect. We recognize the value of our staff and encourage personal and professional growth. We wish to create a working environment of learning opportunities, mutual respect and support, a sense of belonging, open and
honest communication and empowerment.

The key responsibilities of this pivotal role are:

Ensuring all centres are compliant with all regulatory requirements;
Implementing and monitoring of centre policies and procedures;
Developing centre leadership;
Proactively leading a team and providing regular coaching opportunities related to business acumen and the childcare profession;
Overseeing and supporting Nominated Supervisors with performance management;
Monitoring and supporting Educators, Educational Leader and Nominated Supervisors around the National Quality Framework and Early Years Learning Framework;
Managing customer queries;
Monitoring of maintenance; and
Networking with legislative bodies.

To be successful in this role you must have the following attributes:

Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral, with a very professional customer service focus;
Excellent planning, organisational and time management skills with high attention to detail;
Energetic, action oriented and committed to work;
Proven ability to work as part of a team and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of the business;
An awareness of and sensitivity to differing cultural backgrounds with a commitment to equity;
Advocate of Affinity Education Group’s mission statement and vision;
A professional and positive attitude at all times;
Able to work autonomously;
Ability to create a culture of success;
Capacity to be responsive and innovative;
People orientated;
Quality conscious;
Focused;

You will possess a sound knowledge of:

Childcare software – Qikkids and CCMS;
Microsoft Office suite, including MS Word and Excel, at a proficient level;
Children (Education and Care Services National Law) Act 2011;
Education and Care Services National Regulations 2011;
Business and Financial knowledge
Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority.

Essential

Minimum five (5) years’ experience in a Childcare Management role;
A current Working with Children Check or
Working with Children Card or
Working with Vulnerable People Check or
Willingness and ability to travel.

Desirable

Diploma in Children’s Services (or higher);
Knowledge of the Children’s Services Regulations;
Business Management Qualification.

To be successful in this position you are required to undergo a Criminal History Check conducted by Affinity Education Group on your behalf.

If this sounds like the career move for you, working in an environment where your contribution is valued, and where you are surrounded by people who are passionate about their roles, then please apply now.

Please forward a covering letter and resume to hr@affinityeducation.com.au.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Affinity Education Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Affinity Education Group does not utilise the services of recruitment agents unless by invitation.