Assistant Coordinator Children's Centre

Assistant Coordinator Children’s Centre

• Salary Range Band 6 ($93,459 - $101,873) plus 11% Super
• Full time 6 month temporary position with the possibility of extension
• Located at Coventry Childrens Centre, South Melbourne

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

As a member of The City of Port Philip’s Children’s Services Team you WILL make a difference. 

Your contribution will ensure all children and families flourish in a nurturing and enriching environment.

Your enthusiasm, passion and commitment to providing high quality education and care will enhance the embedding of continuous improvement to achieve positive outcomes for children families, community and staff.

This is your opportunity to be part of our journey, influence and become a valued member of our creative, inclusive, positive team environments.

What does success look like in this role?

• You will build and maintain meaningful relationships with children, families, colleagues, and the centre community.
• Participate as an active member of a highly experienced and reputable Team and Organisation.
• Engage in career building opportunities 
• Promote leadership and professional development of educators through coaching and reflective practise 
• Assist the Coordinator to manage the day-to-day operations of the centre, including childcare staff practices, promotion and marketing of community related services
• Support and implement budget and efficiencies including rosters/staffing
• Advocate for the inclusion of children and families with additional needs and diverse backgrounds, ensuring professional support agencies and personnel are utilised when appropriate

The things we really need in this role look like: 

• Previous experience as an Assistant Coordinator/Assistant Director working in Centre Based Childcare
• Childcare relevant qualification such as Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) or an experienced Diploma of Children's Services
• Sound, practical working knowledge and implementation of the National Quality Framework and the Early Years Learning Framework.
• Strong understanding of rostering and managing the movement of staff
• Current First Aid Certificate, CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma
• Knowledge of EYLF, NQS and WH&S Policies
• Previous experience with Assessment and Rating
• Child Protection qualifications and WWCC

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 qualifications 
• Evidence of current first aid certificate, current CPR certificate and working with children’s check  
• Sufficient proof of right to work in Australia, and proof of identity.  
• Evidence of COVID-19 Vaccination or valid medical exemption in line with City of Port Phillip Vaccination Policy  
• Complete a National Police Check completed via City of Port Phillip’s Provider. 
• Employee type Working with Children Check
• And be required to undertake a pre-employment medical check (at the cost of the council)

How to Apply

Click 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 Sarah Macmillan, Children’s Services Business Operations Team Leader via phone 0412 901 015 or email sarah.macmillan@portphillip.vic.gov.au

Applications close 11.59pm Tuesday 9 April 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: recruitment@portphillip.vic.gov.au

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