Senior Childcare Operations Leader for Multi-Site Growth

Buttercups Childcare; Western Australia; Hybrid; AUD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Buttercups Childcare in Western Australia seeks an experienced Senior Operations Manager to lead a multi-site network of centres, ensuring high quality education, safety and regulatory compliance. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you will translate strategy into operational plans, drive occupancy and financial performance, and build capability across Area and Centre Managers.

You will shape Buttercups' culture, uphold the National Quality Framework, and partner with families and

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience in childcare, across multiple centres.
• Proven ability to translate strategy into operational plans and metrics.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance and quality standards.
• Experience with budgeting, occupancy and centre profitability.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the operational function across the WA network of Buttercups centres.
• Translate strategy into clear plans, measures and reporting.
• Provide leadership to Area and Centre Managers.
• Maintain scalable, quality-focused operating model.
• Chair or participate in governance and quality committees.
• Oversee occupancy, marketing, and community engagement.

Skills

Senior leadership

Multi-site operations

People management

Governance reporting

Budgeting

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Diploma in Training Management

Tools

Centre management software

Job description

Buttercups Childcare in Western Australia seeks an experienced Senior Operations Manager to lead a multi-site network of centres, ensuring high quality education, safety and regulatory compliance. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you will translate strategy into operational plans, drive occupancy and financial performance, and build capability across Area and Centre Managers.

You will shape Buttercups' culture, uphold the National Quality Framework, and partner with families and