Centre Manager

at  Macquarie University

PRIMARY DETAIL

Salary: Attractive above Award salary package + Benefits
Appointment Type: Full time
Location: Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus (North Ryde)

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Demonstrated experience in managing the daily operations of an early learning centre including leading, managing, and developing a team
• Extensive experience developing, teaching and evaluating a high-quality educational program for children aged 0 - 6 years that incorporates best practice and reflects relevant research
• Comprehensive understanding of Child Protection Laws, application of best practice in child safety principles, and the responsibilities associated with being a Mandatory Reporter
• Demonstrated understanding and application of the National Quality Framework, including the Law, Regulations, National Quality Standards and the Early Years Learning Framework
• Knowledge of the Family Assistance Law, Food Safe Law and its application to an Approved Care service
• Understanding and experience performing the role of Educational Leader and Nominated Supervisor
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and well-developed interpersonal skills
• Ability and willingness to work collaboratively with other stakeholders within Campus Life and the wider University community to achieve organisational goals
• Excellent organisational, problem solving and time management skills
• Computer literacy eg Office 365, Childcare Management System Software

QUALIFICATIONS

• ACECQA approved Degree in early childhood education
• Current NESA Accreditation (Proficient or higher)
• Approved First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualification
• Working with Children Check
• Criminal History Check
• Approved Child Protection training
• Willingness to obtain a Food Safety Supervisor qualification

ABOUT US

U@MQ Ltd is a controlled entity of Macquarie University known as Campus Life, located at Macquarie University’s Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde. Our four early learning centres provide high quality education to children from six weeks of age and our play-based educational programs are based around:

• Supporting and encouraging a love for learning that involves curiosity, creativity, and innovation
• Connecting with others, oneself, and the environment
• Supporting each child’s dispositions for learning
• Supporting children’s wellbeing
• Celebrating and sharing the importance of childhood as a unique and valuable time

We have access to university spaces and facilities to support and enhance our programs and collaborate regularly with the University’s community, including the School of Education.
Campus Life is committed to the safety, well-being and empowerment of all children and young people engaging in our programs and to protect them from foreseeable harm. We are committed to our people; we embrace diversity and welcome our people just as they are and prioritise professional development. At Campus Life you will benefit from being part of a dynamic and committed team. The successful candidate will share our organisational values of Courage, Agility, Rigour, Empowerment and Support (CARES) and commit to these being visible in their actions and words.

• Act as Nominated Supervisor and Educational Leader
• Manage the operations of the Centre, ensuring provision of high-quality programs while meeting agreed strategic, financial and operational requirements
• Foster a culture of collaboration, best practice and continuous improvement by managing, leading, developing, providing direction and supporting staff
• Ensure compliance with, and understanding of the National Quality Framework, Child Protection Laws, the Child Care Subsidy System, and other regulatory requirements
• Establish, develop, and manage positive relationships with children and families
• Build relationships and work collaboratively with key stakeholders across Campus Life, the broader University, and external partners to support service delivery and promote the Centre
• Work with the broader early learning and Campus Life teams in the development and implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives