Education Centre Manager Handsworth

Explore Learning; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job description

Why Explore Learning?

Are you passionate about education and ready to lead a dynamic team to success?

Do you have the vision and drive to create a vibrant, growing, and profitable learning environment?

Explore Learning is looking for an inspiring Education Centre Manager to take control of a Centre and make a real difference in the lives of children.

The Role

What you’ll be doing:

• Set ambitious, achievable goals and motivate your team to deliver outstanding results for both our customers and the business.
• Take a proactive approach to safeguarding the members in your care, ensuring compliance with Ofsted and company safeguarding requirements.
• Manage and coach a full-time Assistant Manager and a team of part-time Tutors, providing daily feedback and upskilling.
• Evaluate and enhance education delivery and service standards to support every child in reaching their potential.
• Enhance the centre’s local reputation by engaging with stakeholders and leading sales and marketing events to attract new customers.
• Tailor customer journeys from prospect to member, ensuring outstanding experiences that meet individual needs.
• Cultivate a family feel within the centre, fostering strong relationships with both members and staff.
• Lead the implementation of new initiatives and guide your team in adapting to changes effectively.
• Manage daily, weekly, and monthly goals while handling challenging conversations and working independently.

We're looking for someone with:

• Excellent communication skills who can engage and empower their team while maintaining clear and effective interactions with all stakeholders.
• Proven experience in leading and managing a team, with a track record of setting and achieving goals.
• A passion for education and making a difference to children, along with a strong sense of educational professionalism.
• The ability to take overall responsibility for centre profitability, reputation, and operations.
• A strong commitment to delivering an outstanding customer journey tailored to individual needs.
• Confidence and skill in selling to new customers and promoting the centre.
• A proactive approach to challenging situations and implementing new initiatives.

Why join us?

• You’ll have the autonomy to run and lead a tuition centre with the support of talented peers and staff.
• We offer high-quality training and abundant opportunities for personal growth and development.
• Most importantly, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the educational journeys of children.

If you're ready to lead a team, inspire children, and create a thriving educational environment, we want to hear from you! Apply today and join us in making a lasting impact at Explore Learning.

Logistics

Location: You will be based at our Explore Learning centre.

Starting salary: £31,250 - £33,750 PA salary depending on experience (pro rata for 4 days)

*Those working at centres in the London area will receive an additional uplift to their annual pay between £1000 and £3500 due to London weighting.

Contract: 4 day Wednesday - Saturday, fixed term maternity contract

Working Hours: a typical week:

Wednesday: 11am - 8pm
Thursday: 11am - 7pm
Friday: 9am - 6pm
Saturday: 9am - 5pm

Please note: Proof of eligibility to work in the UK will be required. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer any form of sponsorship.

Additional Perks:

• Enjoy 31 annual days off (27 flexible + 3 festive + 1 gifted to include Xmas Eve closure)
• A maximum of 2 well-being and/or volunteer days.
• You'll also receive additional holiday time based on your length of service.
• You may receive an annual individual performance contribution bonus of £1250.
• Benefit from discounted gym memberships and sportswear, free counselling services, a cycle to work scheme, and a discounted tastecard.
• Take advantage of our referral bonus, staff discounts, enhanced parental leave, and pension options.

Please note, we hire on a first-come, first-served basis and reserve the right to close this vacancy once a suitable candidate is hired.

All successful applicants will undertake employment reference checks, and a Disclosure & Barring Service check. Please note, this role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013, and 2020.