Nurturing the greatness in every child - and in you. Join one of Australia's Largest Leading Early Education Providers! At G8 Education, we're on a mission to shape the future! With 350+ early education and care centres under 21 brands, our 8,000+ dedicated team members nurture over 40,000 children every day. As an ASX listed growth company, we're committed to empowering, rewarding, and supporting every team member – from our centre educators to our leadership and support team.
The Opportunity
We have an opportunity for an experienced Area Manager to oversee and support our centres across the Newcastle area. This role is perfect for a hands‐on leader who thrives on building strong teams, ensuring operational excellence, and delivering the best outcomes for children, families, and team members.
Your day-to-day
- Oversee the daily operations of multiple centres within your region
- Lead, mentor, and inspire Centre Managers and their teams
- Ensure compliance with all regulations, policies, and procedures
- Drive performance, quality, and engagement across your centres
- Foster a culture of safety, wellbeing, and continuous improvement
- Build strong relationships with families, team, and the wider community
About You
- Proven experience in a multi‐site leadership role (Area Manager, Cluster Manager, Operations Manager, or similar)
- Strong knowledge of early childhood education and care regulations
- Exceptional people leadership skills with the ability to coach and develop others
- A results‐driven mindset, balancing compliance, quality, and commercial outcomes
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skillsResilience, adaptability, and a strong commitment to safety
- Hold a valid Working with Children check or willingness to obtain upon commencement
Benefits At G8
- Competitive salary package
- Car allowance provided
- Career development opportunities as part of a large ASX‐listed company
- Access a 50% discount on early education and childcare fees at any G8 Education Centre
- Exclusive access to our G8 Rewards Program with benefits across more than 600 retailers, exclusive cash discounts and more
Area Manager NSW (Newcastle area) in Brisbane employer: G8 Education Ltd
G8 Education Ltd is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and well-being of its team members while making a meaningful impact on families and children. With competitive salaries, hybrid working conditions, and access to career development opportunities within a large ASX-listed company, employees enjoy a supportive work culture that values collaboration and excellence. Located in either Brisbane CBD or Central Gold Coast, G8 Education offers a vibrant environment where staff can thrive both personally and professionally.
