Early Years Area Manager

Posted by Merri-bek Early Years Management on 01 Dec 2023

Organisation Merri-bek Early Years Management
For Provider Merri-bek Early Years Management
Closing date 13.12.2023
Primary role Other
Position type Part-time
Location Merri-bek
State VIC
About the Centre/Service MEYM is looking for a dynamic, innovative and experienced Early Years Area Manager with demonstrated business knowledge to lead and manage the area of MEYM Early Childhood Services in the delivery of high quality services of excellence for children and families. The Area Manager is responsible for leading a team in the provision of quality care and education services across the seven MEYM centre locations all of which are located in Merri-bek. You will be required to guide the team of Service Coordinators, teachers and educators to ensure the operational functions of the organisation are met and to drive quality program delivery and innovation for children and their families. You will be required to make sound decisions independently and be required to work closely with your team and the General Manager to ensure all staff meet the requirements of their Position Descriptions and develop their skills to deliver high quality contemporary early childhood services. Competitive Salary and great conditions.
Work Days of the Role Mon-Thursday
Hours of Work of the Role .8EFT
Description THE AREA MANAGER ROLE We are looking for a dynamic, innovative and experienced Early Years Area Manager with demonstrated business experience to lead and manage seven MEYM Early Childhood Services in the delivery of high quality services of excellence for children and families. The Area Manager is responsible for leading a team in the provision of quality care and education services across the seven MEYM centre locations all of which are located in Merri-bek. You will be required to guide the team of Service Coordinators, teachers and educators to ensure the operational functions of the organisation are met and to drive quality program delivery and innovation for children and their families. You will be required to make sound decisions independently and be required to work closely with your team and the General Manager to ensure all staff meet the requirements of their Position Descriptions and develop their skills to deliver high quality contemporary early childhood services. You will be responsible for ensuring program delivery forecasts are met and that quality indicators of impact are achieved. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
  • The ability to effectively manage and lead teams through the development of professional relationships and a value driven culture
  • To ensure the delivery of centre programs and assessments are of the highest quality and are responsive and inclusive to community needs
  • To assist in the development of service budgets, monitor their delivery and provide periodic reporting
  • To ensure services are compliant with all regulatory requirements including internal operational policies and WH&S standards
  • To develop collaborative partnerships and relationships with internal and external stakeholders
  • Recruitment and placement of centre based early childhood professionals.
  • Collaborate with the Pedagogical Leader to determine areas of innovation and service development.
  • To manage HR components within the services
  • Manage other projects as allocated.
Qualifications Bachelor in Early Childhood or equivalent experience in a relevant field. Must have strong leadership and management skills
Requirements WWCC
Additional Requirements The successful applicant must possess and address the key selection criteria and responsibilities as outlined in this advertisement when submitting their application. Due to the travel requirements for this role, applicants must hold a current Victorian driver's license, as well as a valid Police Check and Working with Children Check. A Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood is desirable but equivalent qualifications and experience will be considered. Commencement of this role –Mid to late January 2024 Please contact [email protected] for a copy of the position description. Applications must include a Cover letter, resume and must address the KSC in the PD.
Industrial Agreement/Award Victorian Early Childhood Teachers and Educators Agreement 2020 (VECTEA)

Contact Name
Anne McGregor
Email
Application Procedure
Please contact [email protected] for a copy of the position description. Applications must include a Cover letter, resume and must address the KSC in the PD.

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