Area Manager | Melbourne | Up to $160,000
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Earlyhood Executive Recruitment
Are you an inspiring leader passionate about quality early education and empowering others to achieve their best?
We are seeking a dynamic Area Manager to oversee a portfolio of early learning centres, providing strategic and operational leadership across all aspects of service delivery, people management, compliance, and community engagement.
About the Role
As an Area Manager, you will oversee a portfolio of early childhood centres, providing strategic direction, leadership, and hands‐on support to Centre Managers. Your focus will be to guide and empower your team to deliver high‐quality education and care, ensure full compliance with the National Quality Framework (NQF), and achieve key operational and business objectives.
We are a growing, high‐quality early childhood education provider with a strong reputation for excellence across our communities. Operating a network of centres in Melbourne, we are committed to delivering exceptional care and educational outcomes for children.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide leadership and guidance to Centre Directors across your region of Melbourne.
* Oversee the implementation of the National Quality Framework (NQF) and drive continuous improvement.
* Build high‐performing teams through coaching, mentoring, and professional development.
* Monitor and support enrolment growth, occupancy targets, and budget performance.
* Lead change management initiatives aligned with organisational strategy.
* Build strong, collaborative relationships with families, educators, community stakeholders, and regulators.
* Ensure regulatory compliance and readiness for A&R visits and audits.
* Champion a culture of excellence, inclusion, and wellbeing across all centres.
Essential Criteria
* Minimum 2 years of experience as an Area Manager managing multiple childcare services (preferred).
* Diploma or Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education (ACECQA‐approved) or working towards this qualification.
* Current Working with Children Check and First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
* Availability between 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.
* Must have a valid driver's licence.
* In‐depth understanding of the National Quality Framework, NQS, and EYLF.
Benefits Include
* Competitive salary package up to $160,000 + super with car allowance and KPI bonus structure (dependent on experience and qualification).
* Ongoing professional development and career progression.
* Supportive executive and operations team.
* Make a real difference across a community of centres.
Apply Now
If you're a passionate leader ready to take the next step in your career and influence excellence across multiple centres, we'd love to hear from you.
Submit your application via this website, or directly to [email protected]
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