Permanent Full Time Area Manager Role! Kelly Club is more than just an Outside School Hours Care provider. We are committed to creating a playful, engaging, and high-quality environment where children feel safe and have a sense of belonging. As an Area Manager at our Northern Suburbs locations you will oversee a portfolio of OSHC programs in Melbourne's Northern region. Your focus will be on building well supported teams, maintaining high compliance standards that ensure children's safety, and setting our educators up for success. Based out of our Brunswick West office, you will work alongside a team of passionate Area Managers, regularly travelling throughout your region to mentor and support your teams while collaborating closely with the State Operations Manager.
Responsibilities
Mentor, train, and inspire a team of Coordinators and Educators to deliver unforgettable outside school hours care; Take on Nominated Supervisor and Educational Leader duties, keeping risk management and safety at the forefront; Build positive, collaborative relationships with key partners, including local schools, VECRA, and KU Services; Identify, interview, and onboard top-tier talent to keep services thriving; Collaborate with the State Operations Manager on projects that elevate the child experience and lead teams through the Assessment and Rating process; Promote a culture where we are always learning, growing, and celebrating success together; Oversee a portfolio of OSHC programs in Melbourne's Northern region; Build well supported teams and maintain high compliance standards that ensure children's safety; Regularly travel throughout your region to mentor and support teams
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Education (Primary), or an ACECQA-recognized related field; 2+ years of experience as an Area Manager or Regional Manager in OSHC; Proven experience as a Nominated Supervisor, confidently managing incidents and quality compliance; A valid Working with Children Check; Current First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis, and Asthma training (or willingness to obtain); Strong knowledge of Child Safe Standards and a zero-tolerance approach to abuse; Enthusiastic, organised, and confident leader who loves the OSHC environment; Exceptional communication skills and builds brilliant relationships with staff, families, schools, and communities; Thrives in a dynamic, busy environment and shows brilliant initiative; Deep knowledge of OSHC regulations and National Quality Standards
Benefits
Competitive base salary; Car allowance; Educational leader allowance; Training and development; Playful culture; Career pathways; Supportive environment; Learning and development; Discounted movie tickets; Cash back on shopping experiences; Gym discounts; 30% off with New Balance; Flexible working
Australia · Brunswick West
