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Join Bluebird Botanic Ridge, where every childs early learning journey is celebrated in a world of wonder tailored to their unique stage of development. Each of our 6 studios is thoughtfully crafted with meaningful daily ritualsfrom progressive mealtimes and cozy sleep circles to heartfelt acknowledgments of countrycreating a caring and intentional environment that supports every childs well-being. Were proud to offer interactive cooking classes led by our talented on-site chef, giving children handson opportunities to learn about ingredients, cooking skills, and the importance of healthy eating. These sessions spark curiosity and confidence as children dive into the culinary arts, creating tasty meals and snacks together. Become part of a passionate, supportive team dedicated to inspiring creativity, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning in every child. Our stateoftheart Early Education facility is designed to Ignite the Spirit of Learning within every child and our safe, inviting environments encourage children to freely explore the world around them. From our large fort, sustainability areas, sand/mud stations, and quiet reading nooks you will have endless opportunities to create quality programs, engage in meaningful relationships, and bring a sense of energy to the environment each day. At Bluebird Botanic Ridge we believe in Igniting the Spirit of learning WITH children, WITH families, WITH teams & WITH community. About the role We are on a search for a passionate and enthusiastic Fulltime Centre Manager with a strong background in Early Education to manage the daytoday Centre operations. As a Centre Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily Centre management tasks, managing and leading to inspire a team of Educators, and ensuring they are working in accordance with the service philosophy, company policies, and procedures & the National Quality Standards (NQS), to provide exceeding education and care for all families and children. You will be the first point of call with our families and the local community, to build a fantastic service for all families in the area & surrounding suburbs. Strong understanding of industry legislation, compliance, and regulations. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong and confident in an understanding of business management. Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively in a team environment. Strong understanding of the importance of family communications. Leadership and mentoring skills. Excellent people and centre management skills. Passionate about implementing Early Learning Programs. Commitment to our Oxanda Rituals. At least 3 years + experience in a Centre Manager role. Ability to inspire your Team to achieve an exceeding service. Diploma in ECEC or Bachelors in Early Childhood Education (approved by ACECQA). Current Working with Childrens Check. Current First Aid Certificate including CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis or be willing to obtain these. Current Child Protection, Safe Sleep, and Food Safety Training or be willing to obtain these. Ability to make business decisions and work with assigned budgets. A motivated member able to work well in a team and independently. Must be available to travel to Victoria for a Centre Manager workshop with a longside our current Centre managers and Operations Team dates will be given to candidate during the interview process. Benefits for the Right Candidate Excellent aboveaward salary, based on prior experience and qualifications. Performance incentives. Paid training and management company events. Discounted childcare off the gap fees. Paid ongoing development programs. Strong focus on worklife balance. A great company culture that is fun, professional, and supportive. Strong supportive operations management/head office team. Annual Centre Manager conference to inspire amazing leadership in the field. Are you a strong and experienced leader, interested in managing an Early Education Centre? Then this position is right for you, so join the Bluebird Early Education Team; we would love to hear from you! To apply now, please click through to our application. Please note only suitable applicants will be contacted. All potential employees and volunteers will be required to comply with Oxandas Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct Policy. Our screening process includes but is not limited to, Professional reference checks, Criminal Records Checks, Working with Children Checks, and checks of social media accounts. The safety and wellbeing of children will always be our top priority; Bluebird Early Education has a zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or harm. #J-18808-Ljbffr