Area Manager - On-the-Floor Leadership in Early Learning

Reggio Emilia Early Learning Centre; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Reggio Emilia Early Learning Centre is seeking an Area Manager to lead multiple Sydney centres. You will be on the floor, coaching Centre Managers and Educational Leaders, not just reviewing reports.

This senior role requires a Diploma or degree in early childhood, extensive managerial experience, and a track record of compliance with National Law, CCS and Family Assistance. You will ensure staffing efficiency, succession planning, and high-quality educational outcomes.

Qualifications

• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care is required; degree preferred.
• Extensive experience as a Centre Manager or Nominated Supervisor.
• Willingness to be appointed Nominated Supervisor under the National Law.
• Strong knowledge of the NQF, CCS and Family Assistance Law.
• NSW Working with Children Check clearance, driver licence and vehicle.
• Ability to tell a Centre Manager something they do not want to hear, and maintain the relationship.

Responsibilities

• Direct leadership of Centre Managers and Educational Leaders.
• Drive utilisation by improving tour conversion and reducing churn.
• Maintain Assessment and Rating readiness with Exceeding results.
• Ensure compliance with child protection, WHS, National Law and Regulations.
• Manage wage efficiency and rosters reflecting occupancy and ratio.
• Develop succession - 2ICs and Room Leaders ready to step up.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Auditing

People development

Education

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

Degree-qualified

Job description

Reggio Emilia Early Learning Centre is seeking an Area Manager to lead multiple Sydney centres. You will be on the floor, coaching Centre Managers and Educational Leaders, not just reviewing reports.

This senior role requires a Diploma or degree in early childhood, extensive managerial experience, and a track record of compliance with National Law, CCS and Family Assistance. You will ensure staffing efficiency, succession planning, and high-quality educational outcomes.