Middle Years Team Leader Salary Range Band 7 $107,570 - $120,376 plus 11.5% SuperFull time Permanent opportunityLocated at Bubup Nairm Family Centre with flexible working arrangements possible.About the Organisation The City of Port Phillip is an inner-city council with around 1000 employees who deliver more than 100 programs and services to our residents, businesses, and visitors. These range from childcare and immunisations to libraries, management of parks and open space, rubbish collection, road maintenance, and more. City of Port Phillip has zero tolerance for child abuse and is a committed Child Safe organisation.
About the Role The Middle Years Team Leader role is a pivotal leadership position within our Family, Youth & Children Department. We're seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented individual with a proven track record of success in managing dynamic service areas. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional problem-solving skills, a proactive approach to challenges, and a commitment to delivering high-quality services. Flexibility to work weekends or be on-call as needed is essential.
Duties: The main objectives of the role are:
Manage operations, safety, and program compliance at two Adventure Playground sites, while also developing and implementing community engagement initiatives both there and in various community settings.Lead the middle years team and relevant stakeholders in continuous improvement, program evaluation, policy and procedure review, and advocacy, setting the direction for the team.Deliver innovative program and partnership opportunities pertaining to young people and families in recreation and engagement settings.Report on program achievements, participation levels, challenges, and opportunities.Skills and Experience Leadership and staff management Provide leadership and coordination of Middle Years services, programs, and projects for young people across the municipality, aligned to Council priorities and Department Plan, and in line with organisational business requirements (such as finance, reporting, risk).Manage the operations and delivery of Middle Years services by providing robust support and supervision to a diverse team of full-time, part-time, and casual staff. This includes efficient rostering, comprehensive performance management, thorough debriefing, and targeted team development initiatives.Strategic Service Planning and Development Implement and develop the continuous improvement and evaluation processes, including effective communications and advocacy opportunities.Analyse and translate data and information (including program participation data and broader trend analysis) through the reporting mechanisms to identify current and future service planning needs and identify strategies to meeting these needs in line with contemporary best practice and the latest sector knowledge.Specialist liaison and advocate Foster and nurture collaborative partnerships with key stakeholders in the Middle Years sector, education, housing, and homelessness at local, regional, and state levels to enhance the effectiveness of City of Port Phillip's Middle Years services. This includes facilitating relevant networks, meetings, and events.Proactively identify and advocate for the needs and interests of young people within Council, fostering a culture that supports their development and engagement. Collaborate with stakeholders across the organisation to ensure these priorities are reflected in current and future Council initiatives.Culture People enjoy working at the City of Port Phillip because we are a welcoming, healthy, and inclusive workplace. We offer a vibrant and diverse work environment where our employees can develop both professionally and personally whilst planning and delivering a range of important services and programs to the community.
Benefits We offer a workplace which accommodates your working style and needs.Be supported and empowered by a leadership team that is community focused, with a strong desire for change and a culture that encourages teamwork and innovation.Training and development opportunities, study assistance, flexible working conditions, paid parental leave, an active social club, a health and wellbeing program, and a well-regarded Employee Assistance Program (EAP).Security Requirements and Professional Obligations Pre-employment screening will apply to all appointments.
Prior to a formal letter of offer, preferred applicants will be asked to provide:
Evidence of mandatory qualifications/registrations/licences,Sufficient proof of their right to work in Australia, andSufficient proof of their identity.Complete a National Police Check completed via City of Port Phillip's Provider.Evidence of a Working with Children Check (employee type with City of Port Phillip registered as the organisation).How to Apply All applicants must provide a Cover Letter in response to the key selection criteria located on the last page of the position description. The Cover Letter should be no longer than 2 pages and include each heading in the Key Selection Criteria.
Note: Only applications submitted via the online Recruitment Portal will be considered and only shortlisted candidates will be provided feedback.
Further information can be obtained by contacting Middle Years & Youth Services Coordinator, Faizi Misela via email at ****** Applications close 11.59pm Tuesday 15 October 2024. The City of Port Phillip is an equal opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive and accessible environment where diversity is valued. We actively welcome and encourage candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nation and Torres Strait Islander candidates, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and candidates with a disability.
If you have accessibility requirements or require an adjustment to participate in our recruitment and selection process, please contact Shane Turner (Recruitment Advisor) on phone 0421 757 521 or email: ******
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