About the role:
At the City, we are committed to creating a thriving community where children and families have access to the support and resources they need to thrive. In this role you will lead and manage the Leopold Child and Family Centre.

Work Type: Temporary Full Time (through to 20 March 2026)
Classification: Band 7 Commencing from $106,158 pa plus super (from 1 July 2025)

Key responsibilities:

• Lead a multidisciplinary team at Leopold Child and Family Centre to plan, develop, and deliver high-quality early childhood education, health, and social support services for children and families.
• Manage service finances and budgets in accordance with Council, state, and federal policies.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, integration, and professional learning among staff to ensure the delivery of comprehensive and inclusive services.
• Build strong partnerships with parents, caregivers, and community organisations to create a safe and welcoming environment for children and families to thrive.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations, and quality standards, including the National Quality Framework.
• Coordinate administrative processes, including client data management, financial reporting, and staff scheduling.
• Support the development and implementation of the Quality Improvement Plan and strategic goals for the service.
• Engage with local schools, agencies, and community groups to identify emerging needs and gaps in service delivery.
• Provide leadership, supervision, and mentoring to staff, including recruitment, induction, and performance management.

About You
The ideal candidate for this role will be highly experienced in the Early Childhood Education sector, with experience leading diverse teams. You will thrive working in a fast paced environment, have high levels of attention to detail and resilience, with a safety first and continuous improvement mindset.

Essential Experience

• Tertiary qualifications in Early Childhood Education or equivalent.
• Current First Aid, Management of Anaphylaxis, Asthma, and CPR certifications.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Extensive experience in providing high-quality education programs for children aged 0-12 years.
• Strong understanding of legislation, regulations, and frameworks relevant to children's services.
• Proven ability to lead, manage, and support staff within a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and quality assurance.
• Ability to engage and build relationships with diverse stakeholders, including families and community organisations.

If this sounds like the role for you, then click apply now! 

Child Safety Responsibilities 
We are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read our Child Safe Standards Management Policy.  

Diversity and Inclusion 
At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.

We are the City
From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

Applications and Enquiries
Click the Position Description link to view more information about this position.

Enquiries: Lisa Demajo – Coordinator Early Childhood Education & Care | LDemajo@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

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