Regional Director, Early Learning Excellence

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Adelaide

On-site

AUD 100,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+
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Quarterly bonus opportunities
Company vehicle + fuel card
Strong executive support
Opportunities for growth

Job summary

Busy Bees is looking for an experienced Area Director to lead early learning centres across South Australia. In this senior role, you will support Centre Directors to ensure high-quality, compliant services and drive operational excellence. This position offers real influence and decision-making authority within a values-driven organisation.

You will need proven experience in leading multi-site operations, strong analytical skills, and the ability to coach and build high-performing teams.

Join us to make a real difference in children's lives while enjoying competitive remuneration and a supportive leadership network.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience leading multi-site operations in early learning, health, or regulated environments.
  • Strong commercial and analytical capability with budgets and forecasting.
  • Ability to coach leaders and manage high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and support Centre Directors in delivering high-quality services.
  • Drive operational excellence across key performance metrics.
  • Embed compliance and safety practices aligned with regulatory standards.
  • Build strong community and stakeholder relationships to enhance growth.

Skills

Leadership
Stakeholder management
Commercial acumen
Analytical skills

Job description

Busy Bees is looking for an experienced Area Director to lead early learning centres across South Australia. In this senior role, you will support Centre Directors to ensure high-quality, compliant services and drive operational excellence. This position offers real influence and decision-making authority within a values-driven organisation.

You will need proven experience in leading multi-site operations, strong analytical skills, and the ability to coach and build high-performing teams.

Join us to make a real difference in children's lives while enjoying competitive remuneration and a supportive leadership network.

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