Education and Quality Manager VIC | KU Children's Services

at  KU Childrens Services

• Permanent Full Time with a monthly RDO
• Senior ECE management and pedagogical leadership opportunity
• Hybrid/Remote role supporting KU’s Victorian services + travel interstate to NSW central office.

WHO WE ARE:

KU Children’s Services (KU) is a leading NFP provider of early childhood education and care. We have been delivering high-quality and inclusive services for children, families and communities since 1895. We are passionate about creating a positive impact on the lives of young children and supporting their development and wellbeing. We strive for excellence, innovation and inclusion, and we celebrate diversity and respect in our workplaces.
For the 8th year consecutive year, we have been recognised as an Employer of Choice! We are so proud of this continued acknowledgement reflecting our workplace culture that allows for people to thrive, innovate, and develop lifelong careers by investing in their future.

EXPERIENCE THE KU DIFFERENCE

KU offers more benefits than any other employer in the sector, including:

• Generous annual pay increases
• 12 rostered days off per year, in addition to 4 weeks of annual leave
• Up to 14 weeks of KU full pay parental leave
• Travel Allowance
• Ongoing professional development including in leadership and management
• 94% of staff say we live our values
• KU Plus an extensive Employee benefits program with access to discounts/cashback from 400+ retailers
• KU focuses on wholistic staff wellness through its Health & Wellbeing portal
• Access to extensive free professional learning
• An inclusive culture with a shared vision
• Well-resourced and environmentally responsible workplaces
• Coaching and mentoring from experienced colleagues.

The Education and Quality Manager role is diverse, fast paced role which will see you working within a team that supports Services to work towards achieving ‘Exceeding’ ratings within the National Quality Standards, maintain compliance to the National Regulations and Law, quality service provision and all aspects of pedagogy and practice.

The role is pivotal in providing mentoring and leadership to ensure the provision of high-quality educational programs for children and families This is an exciting opportunity for a person seeking to develop and extend their ECE knowledge and management skills. Below are some further responsibilities crucial to the successful delivery of this management role:

• As the direct delegate of the Approved Provider (Chief Executive Officer), ensure each service is compliant with all legislative requirements, including the National Law; relevant state/territory Regulation; WHS, National Child Safe Principles and KU policy and procedure.
• Support and promote the organisational Strategic Plan actively contributing to the ECE department goals and objectives
• Provide professional support and guidance to Service Directors and staff teams in all aspects of early childhood education and pedagogy for continuous improvement
• Provide mentorship and leadership to promote career growth and planning
• To manage all aspects of staffing including recruitment; appraisals; orientation; performance management; resolving conflict; complaints and managing difficult situations
• Work collaboratively with Business Operations and Finance to ensure the long-term viability of KU services; this includes input into the development of centre budgets, review of profit and loss monthly statements, service modelling and support grant application processes