Area Manager

• Competitive salary to reward your hard work.
• Access to a company car for work purposes and options to reduced childcare fees.
• Ongoing professional development to fuel your growth.

Build your brighter future with Buttercups Childcare!

Are you ready to make a real impact in the lives of children and their families? At Buttercups Childcare, we’re not just an independent childcare and early learning service provider – we’re a team of passionate educators dedicated to shaping brighter futures. Founded and managed in West Australia, with a commitment to providing exceptional care, we offer the perfect environment to grow your career whilst making a difference every day.

Your next big opportunity: Area Manager (New Centres) at Buttercups Childcare! (Maternity leave cover- 12 months)

We are looking for a passionate and dynamic leader to help drive the core values of Buttercups' philosophy as one of our Area Managers for new sites. This is an exciting opportunity to support our future growth, leading vibrant teams across both existing and new services. As an Area Manager for new sites, you will be at the forefront of our operations, of current operational and new sites coming onboard in ensuring each service is running at optimum efficiency, whilst building meaningful connections with our children, families, and staff.

While this is a full-time position, flexible and part-time arrangements may be considered for the right candidate, with the opportunity to increase hours during high-volume periods, new service openings, or when operational needs require additional support.

Area Manager/ New Sites set up

• Oversee the setup of new childcare centres from the point of completion by the developer.
• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans to track progress, ensure deadlines are met, and mitigate risks.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and internal teams to ensure timely delivery and setup of resources.
• Ensure all initial displays and environments are set up to reflect the Buttercups brand and operational standards.
• Oversee ordering and installation of equipment, toys, and materials to ensure centres are adequately resourced.
• Work with other stakeholders, Marketing, IT, Recruitment to ensure the service is set up ensure computers, iPads, phones, and childcare systems are installed and functional.
• Establish security measures, evacuation procedures, and risk assessments in compliance with safety regulations.
• Liaise with line management and marketing teams to promote new centres effectively.
• Provide post-launch support to newly opened centres, ensuring they meet Buttercups’ operational standards.
• Provide a comprehensive handover to the ongoing Area Manager
• Guide and support Buttercups' Centre Managers as they train, engage and lead their teams with passion and commitment.
• Collaborate closely with other Area Managers, as well as the Operational and Support teams to ensure that compliance, is maintained to a high standard whilst prioritising a 'child first' approach.
• Acting as a key driver for positive change, you will help shape and maintain and strong and cohesive environment.

Internal Investigation

• Conduct thorough, impartial investigations into suspicions or allegations of serious misconduct.
• Prepare investigation plans and reports, conduct interviews, review documentation, examine evidence, and determine findings while maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Write high-quality investigative reports that present facts coherently, objectively, and accurately.

What you bring to the table

• A Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent). Previous project management experience is highly desirable.
• Proven extensive experience managing multiple services at one time, as well as evidence of having worked in an Area Manager role for a minimum of 2 years.
• Demonstrated experience of leading and supporting Centre Managers and teams, including providing guidance and training as needed.
• Capabilities to assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures, ensuring best practice.
• Experience in conflict resolution, performance assessments and workplace relations.
• Ability to work autonomously and across various locations, with the flexibility to travel across all metro locations.
• A deep understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework, National Quality Standards, and Education and Care Regulations.
• Understanding and maintain drive to meet KPIs, whilst assisting Centres in achieving their own KPIs.
• Solid computer skills.
• Knowledge of CCS compliance and proficiency navigating CCS software. Experience with Xplor and OWNA is highly regarded.

Ready to take the next step?

Apply today and start building a brighter future for children, families, and yourself.

Please include your CV, qualifications, and any supporting documents relevant to your application.