Dance Academy Manager

This role is for a Dance Academy Manager to lead day-to-day operations, staff, and service delivery across two vibrant studio locations in Inner North Melbourne. The established dance academy offers high-quality education in a nurturing, uplifting, and inclusive environment, fostering creativity, confidence, and connection through dance. The manager will oversee operations, support programs, manage customer service and enrolments, and handle staff management, contributing to a culture that values innovation and community impact.

Must Have

• Oversee smooth operations across both studio sites
• Support programs, events, marketing, and budget tracking
• Deliver outstanding customer service and manage enrolments
• Handle staff onboarding, scheduling, and performance reviews
• Lead and support teachers and admin staff with a focus on excellence
• 3+ years’ experience working with children or in a youth-focused setting
• Excellent communication, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Strong business knowledge and confidence with systems, planning and reporting
• Proven ability to manage operations in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment

Good to Have

• A genuine appreciation for the performing arts and alignment with studio values

Perks & Benefits

• Immediate Start Available (Mid-January Preferred)
• Dual-Site Leadership Role In Melbourne’s Inner North
• Flexible Hours
• Regular Training
• Fun Team Events
• Report Directly To The Director
• Oversee Teachers And Admin Staff
• Supportive, Inclusive Team Culture
• Wellness And Creativity focus
• Opportunity To Attend Inspiring Weekend Performances And Community Events

About The Company

This established and much-loved dance academy offers high-quality education in a nurturing, uplifting and inclusive environment. with studios in the Inner North Melbourne area, the team fosters creativity, confidence and connection through dance.

Every touchpoint with the business is warm, seamless and intentional - backed by a culture that values innovation, professional excellence, and a passion for positive community impact.

About The Opportunity

As Dance Academy Manager, you’ll lead day-to-day operations, staff, and service delivery across two vibrant studio locations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee smooth operations across both studio sites
• Support programs, events, marketing, and budget tracking
• Deliver outstanding customer service and manage enrolments
• Handle staff onboarding, scheduling, and performance reviews
• Lead and support teachers and admin staff with a focus on excellence

About You

You’re a motivated and organised leader with a strong focus on service, systems, and people.

You Will Bring:

• 3+ years’ experience working with children or in a youth-focused setting
• Excellent communication, time management, and problem-solving skills
• A genuine appreciation for the performing arts and alignment with studio values
• Strong business knowledge and confidence with systems, planning and reporting
• Proven ability to manage operations in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment

What’s In It For You

• Immediate Start Available | Mid-January Preferred
• Dual-Site Leadership Role In Melbourne’s Inner North
• Flexible Hours, Regular Training, And Fun Team Events
• $70,000 - $85,000 + Super | Negotiable Based On Experience
• Report Directly To The Director And Oversee Teachers And Admin Staff
• Supportive, Inclusive Team Culture That Values Wellness And Creativity
• Opportunity To Attend Inspiring Weekend Performances And Community Events

Apply Now

This Is More Than A Management Role - It’s An Opportunity To Join A Well-Loved Organisation And Lead With Purpose, Professionalism And Creativity. Apply Now And Bring Your Energy, Ideas And Leadership To A Role That Truly Matters.