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Executive Service Manager

Mernda, VictoriaFull-time2026-08-28 → 2026-10-22

Core

Lead daily operations, educational quality, and team development for an early childhood education service.

Role type

Centre Director (Early Childhood Education)

Builds

A compliant, high-quality learning environment for children and families

Domain

Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC)

Required skills

Leadership, budget management, regulatory compliance (EYLF, NQS), stakeholder engagement, data analysis, workforce planning

Preferred skills

Experience with Xplor or similar childcare management systems, knowledge of Victorian ECEC funding streams

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor and support educators and operational staff; Oversee daily centre operations and compliance; Manage budgets and resource allocation; Build relationships with families and community stakeholders; Analyse service performance data; Oversee staffing and rostering

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC