INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS
Greater Shepparton City Council, situated in the heart of the Goulburn Valley, is the fourth largest provincial centre in Victoria and has a well-developed economy due to its strong agricultural and irrigation base, with major industries related to food processing, manufacturing and transport. The Goulburn Valley is often referred to as 'The Food Bowl of Australia' as around 25% of the total value of Victoria's agricultural production is generated in this area.
Greater Shepparton has a population of approximately 65,000, and an expenditure budget in excess of $118 million. The population is culturally diverse with 9.9% of residents being born overseas. The area has excellent education, recreation, cultural, social and health facilities and tourism is a developing focus for the region.
Early Childhood Education – Service Leader
Salary: $73,565.44 per annum
Closing: Friday 4 October 2024
Full Time – Permanent
An exciting opportunity exists for a suitably qualified and experienced person to fill the full time permanent Service Leader position at the Arthur Dickmann Children's Centre. This position is responsible for ensuring the leadership structure continues to develop and progress, supporting the educators, children and families as an 'Exceeding' level early childhood service.
The centre's operational hours are 7:15am to 5:30pm, Monday – Friday, incorporating long day care & kindergarten programs for up to 100 children. The Arthur Dickmann Childcare Service has a long standing reputation for innovation in early childhood practices, including sustainability, reconciliation action plans and child/family inclusion and support.
Our service offers a welcoming and friendly space where educators, children and families have a strong feeling of belonging and community, featuring well-resourced spacious rooms with lots of natural light. The leadership team consists of Service Leader, 2IC and Administration Officer. All roles are office based. The educational leader role is integrated within second in charge position, supported by service leader. The service leader role works closely with our Early Years leadership team, who offer guidance in budgeting, staff recruitment and mentoring, professional development and networking.
What we offer:
Family friendly work environment.
Generous leave entitlements.
Employee Health and Wellbeing programs.
Career Progression - Ongoing professional development and paid training opportunities.
Requirements for this position:
Minimum Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Current First Aid – HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting
Current CPR – HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Current and valid Employee Working with Children Check Card (WWCC)
Protecting Children – Mandatory reporting and other obligations early childhood
If this sounds like the opportunity you have been looking for please apply now.
For further information about this position, please contact Julie Goodwin, Coordinator – Children's Services on (03) 5832 9815.
Note: This position is subject to a 6 month qualifying period in accordance with the Fair Work Australia minimum employment period. During the qualifying period employees will be provided with appropriate on-going induction, support, assistance, resources and training to enable them to meet the required performance standards for the position.
First Nations people are encouraged to apply.
Please note that applications which do not specifically address the Key Selection Criteria detailed in the position description will not be considered. All applications must be submitted to the Council by the closing date shown on the advertisement.
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