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Child Care Coordinator - Umbakumba (Groote Eylandt)

East Arnhem Regional Council
Umbakumba, NT
A$90,678-$96,200 p/a
Education & Training → Childcare & Outside School Hours Care
Full-time
On-site

Posted 24 days ago


Applicants who do not apply through our website may not be considered.

Selection criteria must be addressed as part of the application. The selection criteria can be found in the Position Description which is located on our website.

https://eastarnhem.nt.gov.au/employment/positions-vacant

Housing in Umbakumba Community and relocation assistance are available with this position.

About us:

East Arnhem Regional Council (EARC) provides services to nine remote communities across East Arnhem Land. We are dedicated to promoting the power of people, protection of community and respect for cultural diversity. Working with EARC will mean that you will be part of a wider team that is passionate about the people it serves, and you’ll have access to career growth and professional development opportunities.

East Arnhem Land is home to incredibly rich Indigenous culture and boasts some of Australia’s most unique landscapes, ranging from rich red bauxite soils to pristine white sand coastlines. With activities such as fishing, boating, camping, walking and exploring the diverse vegetation and landscapes right on your doorstep, working with the EARC can offer you a great work life balance. For a full list of employee benefits please visit our website - http://eastarnhem.nt.gov.au/employment/why-work-here

About the role:

The Child Care Coordinator will plan and deliver an appropriate Early Education and Care program, and provide leadership and support to East Arnhem Regional Council’s (EARC) staff working in community Child Care Centres.

To be successful in this role, you will possess the following:

A minimum qualification of Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, or Certificate III with the ability to enrol in and complete a Diploma.

Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of childcare legislation, including the National Quality Framework and all regulatory requirements.

First Aid and CPR qualification, or the willingness to obtain.

Food safety qualification, or the willingness to obtain.

Current Ochre Card, or the willingness to obtain.

Demonstrated experience coordinating small teams with the ability to effectively coach and develop staff.

Proven ability to effectively deliver early childhood programs.

Current approved qualifications in first aid, including asthma and anaphylaxis, and safe food handling.

The ability to maintain a safe working environment utilising principles of risk management.

Adaptable and resilient, with the ability to live, work and thrive in complex cross-cultural environments.

Advanced oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, including effective stakeholder engagement, active listening and experience in navigating conflict and challenging situations.

Strong cross-cultural awareness, respect, and understanding of First Nations people and their history.

Proven effective time management with the ability to work autonomously.

Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook) and an ability to learn new software.

Must hold a current C Class Drivers Licence.

It would be desirable if you also possessed:

Other relevant or related qualifications.

Previous experience living and/or working in remote Australian First Nations’ communities.

Demonstrated high level of cross-cultural awareness to ensure effective participation in a multi-cultural workplace.

Awareness of issues affecting First Nations People in Australia.

All employment with the EARC is subject to a Criminal History Check and the ability to obtain a NT Working with Children Clearance. Criminal history will not exclude an applicant unless it is relevant to the inherent requirements to their position.

Employees must also be prepared to travel to remote communities via various means, including 4WD vehicle and light aircraft. East Arnhem Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

A full Position Description may be obtained by visiting our website.

What you'll get in return:

Full Time Permanent employment.

Level 6 - Salary $90,678 - $96,200 (excluding super and locality allowance) with annual wage increase opportunities built into our EBA.

You will also benefit from 6 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.

Applications will be received until Filled.

For further information please contact our Strategic Coordinator - Community Services, Tahlia Johns, via email to: [email protected]

Under the EARC's Special Measures Recruitment Strategy, eligible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy.

EARC reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date, or extend the closing date, without prior notice.

Thank you for your application for a position with East Arnhem Regional Council. Please note that only short-listed candidates who move to the next stage in the selection process will be contacted. Please note your personal information will only be used for recruitment purposes. Personal information of the candidate can be accessed by contacting [email protected].

East Arnhem Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.


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