Area Manager – Early Childhood Education and Care
We are seeking an experienced and people-focusedArea Managerto support a portfolio of early learning services across Victoria.
This is a key leadership role for someone who is passionate about high-quality early childhood education, strong centre operations, child safety, compliance, team development and creating positive outcomes for children, families and educators.
As Area Manager, you will work closely with Centre Managers and leadership teams to drive service quality, occupancy, team engagement, compliance and operational performance across multiple centres.
About the Role
In this role, you will be responsible for:
Providing hands-on operational support to Centre Managers and leadership teams
Driving quality improvement, compliance and best practice across services
Supporting centres to meet regulatory, child safety and operational requirements
Coaching, mentoring and developing centre leadership teams
Monitoring centre performance, including occupancy, staffing, family experience and team culture
Building strong relationships with families, educators and key stakeholders
Supporting recruitment, onboarding, retention and performance management processes
Ensuring services operate in line with the National Quality Framework, Child Safe Standards and company expectations
Identifying risks early and implementing practical, supportive solutions
About You
You will be a confident and experienced leader who understands the demands of early childhood operations and can balance people, compliance and performance.
To be successful,



you will ideally have:
Previous experience as an Area Manager, Operations Manager, Centre Manager or similar senior leadership role within ECEC
Strong understanding of the National Quality Framework, National Regulations and Child Safe Standards
Proven ability to lead, coach and support centre leadership teams
Strong communication, relationship-building and problem solving skills
A practical and calm approach to operational challenges
Experience managing compliance, performance, staffing and family engagement
A genuine passion for high-quality early childhood education and care
A Diploma or Bachelor qualification in Early Childhood Education is highly regarded
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to join a growing early learning provider where you can make a genuine impact across multiple services.
You will be part of an supportive leadership team that values quality, accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
What We Offer
Senior operational leadership opportunity
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Opportunity to influence quality and performance across multiple services
Career development and growth opportunities
Market-competitive salary package
The chance to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education
Child Safety
We are committed to providing child safe environments where children feel safe, supported and respected.
The successful applicant will be required to hold a valid Working with Children Check and complete all relevant child safety and compliance requirements.
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📌 Area Manager – Early Childhood Education And Care (Melbourne)
🏢 seek.com.au
📍 Melbourne