• Centre Manager- Brand New Facility!

One Tree Community Services is seeking an experienced, professional manager to lead our team in an outstanding new purpose built facility. The successful applicant will be a passionate, self-motivated advocate for children, responsible for overseeing the operations of a 50 place LDC and 30 place OSHC service. This is an exciting opportunity to build on and develop an exceeding level service in a growing regional community.

Who we are

One Tree Community Services is a for purpose (not for profit) organisation, committed to improving outcomes for children and families in hard to reach communities. Our Code of Ethics has a strong focus on finding 'The Right People on the Bus' - those who share our philosophy and goal to make our services 'the place to be'. As part of the One Tree Community, you will be an autonomous manager, with the support of a team of administration professionals in the Perth office, responsible for HR, marketing, enrolments, payroll and finance. You will have daily phone and email access to a children's services advisor, as well as group and individual coaching, and the opportunity to participate in a leadership and management program, to help you to reach your full potential.

About the service

Paraburdoo is a remote mining town 1500km north of Perth. A friendly and active community, the town is a short driving distance from the world renowned scenery of Karajini National Park.  Children and staff have recently relocated to a brand new 4 room facility, with spacious learning areas and engaging nature playgrounds.

The position comes with a furnished house at a rental rate of $25 per week, with subsidised utilities. The successful applicant will receive above award wages of up to $78,000 per year, with an additional $3,900 per year district allowance, paid staff meetings, subsidised childcare and a bonus program for meeting KPIs. 457 sponsorship will be offered to suitable candidates.

Essential requirements 

• Minimum qualification of Diploma Early Education and Care (or equivalent ACECQA assessed), or Bachelor of Education Early Childhood.
• Current First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certification
• Certified Supervisor certificate
• Working with Children Check
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar position
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills
• Strong understanding of Education and Care Regulations, EYLF and MTOP
• Understanding of Reggio Emilia approach to learning
• Proven ability to manage performance and compliance of staff, Partnerships, quality assurance and finances to meet National Quality Standards and Key Performance Indicators
• Positive, energetic disposition with high level EQ.
• Ability to research and share industry knowledge
• Ability to effectively manage budgets and finances
• Ability to network with the community and build links for mutual benefit
• Competent user of Microsoft Office, Quikids and other related software