Service Manager — Lead a Brand-New Early Learning Centre

Private Advertiser; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-award salary

Retention bonus

Staff childcare discount 75%

First Aid/CPR training

Retail discounts

Wellbeing support

Professional development platform

Relocation support

Job summary

Story House Early Learning is opening a brand-new, purpose-built service in Warranwood and seeks a Service Manager to lead it from day one. You will own operations, culture, and community reputation, with on-site duties and autonomy under a state leadership team.

Ideal candidates have previous centre leadership experience, demand high standards, and can manage staffing and budgets while delivering outstanding family engagement. A full-time role with flexible shifts is offered.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education is required.
• Experience leading a brand-new service and building culture.
• 70+ licensed places experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations and shape team culture from ground up.
• Drive compliance with NQS, QIP and regulatory frameworks.
• Cultivate strong relationships with families and embed Story House values.
• Manage staffing, budgets and business performance with BOM support.
• Cover opening/closing shifts as needed to support the team.

Skills

Leadership

Team culture

Budgeting

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education

Geccko Foundation Certificates (Levels 1-5)

Job description

Story House Early Learning is opening a brand-new, purpose-built service in Warranwood and seeks a Service Manager to lead it from day one. You will own operations, culture, and community reputation, with on-site duties and autonomy under a state leadership team.

Ideal candidates have previous centre leadership experience, demand high standards, and can manage staffing and budgets while delivering outstanding family engagement. A full-time role with flexible shifts is offered.