Education Centre Manager Wolverhampton

Explore Learning; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Wolverhampton is seeking an inspiring Education Centre Manager to lead a team and deliver outstanding educational experiences. The role requires strong leadership abilities, a passion for education, and a commitment to safeguarding children. Successful candidates will manage a team, set goals, and enhance centre reputation while ensuring compliance with regulations. This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and numerous perks.

Benefits

31 annual days off

Paid days for personal celebrations

Staff discounts

Private health insurance after long service

Fully subsidised tuition for children of staff

Qualifications

• Experience in leading and managing a team.
• A passion for education and making a difference.
• Ability to manage profitability and reputation.

Responsibilities

• Set ambitious and achievable goals for your team.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding requirements.
• Manage and coach a team of Tutors and Assistant Manager.
• Evaluate and enhance education delivery standards.
• Engage with stakeholders and lead marketing events.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Sales skills

Safeguarding

Coaching

Job description

Overview

Explore Learning is looking for an inspiring Education Centre Manager to take control of a Centre and make a real difference in the lives of children. This role focuses on leadership, safeguarding, and delivering outstanding educational experiences.

Responsibilities

• Set ambitious, achievable goals and motivate your team to deliver outstanding results for both our customers and the business.
• Take a proactive approach to safeguarding the members in your care. Ensure the centre is compliant with Ofsted and company safeguarding requirements; actively uphold safeguarding policies and practices to create a secure and supportive environment for children at all times.
• Manage and coach a full-time Assistant Manager and a team of part-time Tutors, providing daily feedback and upskilling.
• Evaluate and enhance education delivery and service standards to support every child in reaching their potential.
• Enhance the centre’s local reputation by engaging with stakeholders and leading sales and marketing events to attract new customers.
• Tailor customer journeys from prospect to member, ensuring outstanding experiences that meet individual needs.
• Cultivate a family feel within the centre, fostering strong relationships with both members and staff.
• Lead the implementation of new initiatives and guide your team in adapting to changes effectively.
• Manage daily, weekly, and monthly goals while handling challenging conversations and working independently.

Requirements

• Excellent communication skills who can engage and empower their team while maintaining clear and effective interactions with all stakeholders.
• Proven experience in leading and managing a team, with a track record of setting and achieving goals.
• A passion for education and making a difference to children, along with a strong sense of educational professionalism.
• The ability to take overall responsibility for centre profitability, reputation, and operations.
• A strong commitment to delivering an outstanding customer journey tailored to individual needs.
• Confidence and skill in selling to new customers and promoting the centre.
• A proactive approach to challenging situations and implementing new initiatives.

Why join us?

You’ll have the autonomy to run and lead a tuition centre with the support of talented peers and staff. We offer high-quality training and abundant opportunities for personal growth and development. Most importantly, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the educational journeys of children. If you're ready to lead a team, inspire children, and create a thriving educational environment, we want to hear from you! Apply today and join us in making a lasting impact at Explore Learning.

Logistics

This role is a fixed-term 12 month maternity cover.

Location: You will be based at our Explore Learning centre in Wolverhampton full-time.

Starting salary: £31,250 - £33,750 PA salary depending on experience.

Working Hours: a typical week:

• Tuesday 11am - 8pm
• Wednesday 11am - 8pm
• Thursday 11am - 7pm
• Friday 9am - 6pm
• Saturday 9am - 5pm

Please note: Proof of eligibility to work in the UK will be required. Unfortunately we are not able to offer any form of sponsorship.

Additional Perks

• Enjoy 31 annual days off (27 flexible + 4 gifted days when centres are closed at Christmas).
• You’ll have an additional 3 paid days you can take for a personal or religious celebration, wellbeing or a volunteer day.
• You'll also receive additional holiday time based on your length of service.
• There will be the potential to earn an additional individual performance contribution based on the performance of your centre of £1250 twice a year.
• Benefit from staff discounts including gym memberships and sportswear, free 16-25 or 26-30 railcard, free counselling services, access to My Possible Self (a wellbeing app), a cycle to work scheme, and a discounted Tastecard.
• An additional length of service reward will give you access to private health insurance with Vitality.
• We offer fully subsidised tuition for the children of all salaried staff and 50% off Explore Learning membership fees for all immediate relations of staff members.
• Take advantage of our referral bonus offering, payroll giving scheme, enhanced parental leave, and pension options.

Please note, we hire on a first-come, first-served basis and reserve the right to close this vacancy once a suitable candidate is hired.