Assistant Service Manager (2IC) – Busy Bees at Carrum Downs Location: Carrum Downs, VIC Centre Capacity: 91 places Employment Type: Full-Time Hourly Rate: $38.15 – $39.39 (WT 5A.1 to 5.4) Step into Leadership with Busy Bees Are you a passionate early childhood professional ready to take the next step in your career? At Busy Bees at Carrum Downs , we’re looking for a confident and experienced Assistant Service Manager (2IC) to support the Centre Director in leading our 91-place service with integrity, quality, and care. This is your opportunity to grow in a leadership role while making a real difference in the lives of children, families, and educators. About the Role As a 2IC, you will: Support the Centre Director with daily operations, compliance, and team management Step into the Centre Director’s role when required Mentor and guide educators to deliver high-quality programs aligned with the EYLF Build and maintain strong relationships with families, children, and the community Ensure the centre meets NQS, regulatory, and safety standards Foster a collaborative and positive team environment What You’ll Need Diploma (or higher) in Early Childhood Education and Care (ACECQA approved) Current Working with Children Check (Employee) First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis training (HLTAID012 or equivalent) Child Protection / Mandatory Reporting certificate Previous experience as a Lead Educator or Assistant Manager (2IC) Strong leadership, time management, and communication skills A genuine passion for early learning and empowering others Key Benefits Above-Award hourly rate: $38.15 – $39.39 Leadership development and career growth opportunities Laundry allowance and annual uniform allocation Generous childcare discount (up to 50%) for permanent staff Access to the Busy Bees learning platform for ongoing training Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Work in a supportive environment with experienced leaders Be part of a respected global early learning brand Busy Bees at Carrum Downs is a well-established, 91-place centre with a strong community presence and a committed, experienced team. Join us and help shape a brighter future for the children in our care. Apply Now If you're ready to embrace leadership, drive positive change, and grow your career — we’d love to hear from you. Why Work for Busy Bees? If you’re passionate about early learning, Busy Bees is the place to be. Although we are part of a global organisation, our company was founded by three families looking for better, more enriching childcare. Three decades later, we still keep the same values at heart. We know that we couldn’t do what we do without the important people in our teams. We invest in our people and work with them to build career pathways that inspire.
