OSHC Area Manager (Programs Engagement Manager) - Perth, Western Australia

OSHC Area Manager (Programs Engagement Manager) - Perth, Western Australia The Extend Group invites applications from stellar Educational Managers to lead a small (but growing) cluster of Outside School Hours Care services in Western Australia. Salary: $90,000 - $99,000 package includes superannuation and incentive payments. Additional travel allowance is also applicable. Role: It’s a people and business management role, which requires someone with good emotional intelligence, a ‘can-do’ attitude, and a solution focused approach. Completing daily visits to centres and regular educator training sessions, forms an important part of this leadership and middle management role. This position reports to the National Programs Manager. It’s based in Perth and includes travel to Melbourne once a month for meetings, training and professional development. About Us: Extend and VillageOSHC are part of The Extend Group providing exceptional Outside School Hours Care. The group of companies has a strong network of supportive managers who are committed to helping you meet your career goals. With a 23-year history, The Extend Group has a reputation for delivering quality education and care and making a positive difference in the lives of others. We celebrate successful outcomes together and enjoy a strong social network across the company. Our signature experience includes: • Extensive induction, management training and support. • Belonging to a team which values your contribution and outcomes. • Opportunities for career advancement. Key Responsibilities: • Lead, manage and train a cluster of OSHC teams. • Build & maintain excellent relationships with educators, principals, school staff, parents, regulatory authorities, and suppliers. • Oversee service management, including staffing, program design, business management, and motivating and inspiring teams. • Prepare and support educators for Assessment and Rating reviews. Benefits: • A great opportunity for an experienced Educator or Manager to carve out a career in business. • Lead and inspire your own cluster of teams. • Genuine professional training opportunities to ensure your success. • Supportive environment, which leads to successful outcomes. • Business tools - Laptop, iPad, smartphone, travel allowance. Criteria: • Past people management experience in childcare is a strong advantage. • Demonstrated area management or remote team management experience is favourable. • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain excellent relationships internally and externally. • Proven past success in management in any sector with the ability to demonstrate measurable outcomes. • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are essential. • Current WA Working with Children's Check, First Aid HLTAID012, and Child Protection Training or willing to obtain. • Current driver's license and own car (travel allowance provided). • Completed a Diploma or above in Child Care, Education, Community Services, or equivalent. Why us? If you decide to join The Extend Group and our constellation of companies, it's because you want to ensure every child can be inspired, learn, and have amazing experiences in their childhood. That's what we call - QUALITY! If you think you've got what it takes to make a difference in the quality of learning for many, then we would love to hear from you! Please apply addressing the criteria. For more information and for a confidential discussion, please contact Roza, National Programs Manager at -0428 580 776. #TEG Applications Close when we hire you!