• Permanent Full Time
• Band 7 ($108,364 - $120,418) + 11.5% super + monthly ADO
• Footscray, Melbourne

About Us

Maribyrnong City Council is undergoing significant change arising from population growth and redevelopment. A transitioning economy is leading to an influx of new residents, businesses, and employment opportunities that is seeing Maribyrnong fast becoming a sought after residential, recreation and social destination in Melbourne's inner-west.

The Opportunity

In your role as Team Leader Early Childhood Services, you will be responsible for providing strong leadership, management and support to Early Childhood Services team members in delivering high quality services including; Kindergarten Central Registration Services, Kindergarten (CALD) Engagement and partnerships with Early Years' service providers (Pre-School Field Officer, Kindergartens, Long Day Care).

You will be responsible for the leadership and management of delivered services, contracted providers and ensuring compliance with relevant funding requirements.

Key Responsibilities

The Team Leader Early Childhood Services will be responsible for (but not limited to):

• Lead and manage the Early Childhood Services team in delivering high quality services that are aligned with relevant funding guidelines and based on relevant quantitative and qualitative service data.
• Lead and coordinate the service planning, monitoring and review of all Early Childhood services.
• Lead and coordinate the Kindergartens Central Enrolment Services, including the implementation of policies and procedures to support the allocation of children into Kindergarten/Pre Prep in accordance with funding requirements.
• Manage all aspects of funding agreements inclusive of compliance, reports and financial.
• Manage all relevant stakeholder relationships required to deliver quality Early Childhood services, including the management of contracted providers, partnerships with private providers and other stakeholders.
• Contribute to the broader success of the organisation and the Community Wellbeing Department by role modelling strong leadership and alignment to values.

ABOUT YOU

To be considered for this role, you will have the following:

• Tertiary qualifications in Early Years, Community Services or a related discipline.
• Understanding of the Early Years sector.
• Strong experience in leading teams to deliver high quality services that meet contractual and legislative requirements.
• Current Victorian Drivers Licence.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• No relevant criminal record found in a Police Check.
• Experience in the management of funded programs and reporting requirements.

Why Choose Maribyrnong?

• Work cross functionally in a friendly, supportive and professional multidisciplinary team;
• Enjoy a flexible and inclusive work environment;
• Work in a meaningful role within a Values driven organisation;
• Relish a vibrant foodie hub at your doorstep;
• Accrued Day Off every month.

So, if you are looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference and you enjoy working in a diverse community focused environment, Apply Now!

How to Apply

To download a copy of the position description please click Apply Now. 

To apply for this role, please click Apply Now and submit your Resume and a Cover Letter outlining your relevant experience and addressing the Key Selection Criteria position defined in the position description in support of your application by the closing date. 

Enquiries: Should you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Sharon McArthur, Coordinator Early Years on 03 9688 0577, for a confidential discussion.

We are a child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to child safety and supporting the best interests of children in all our operations. Council encourages young people, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.