• Lead our Kindergarten Inclusion Support program in Melbourne’s West
• $67.31/hr + super + salary packaging to boost your take-home pay
• Part-time: 53.2 hours/fortnight (Week 1: Mon–Thu / Week 2: Tue–Thu)

Your new role

Step into a rewarding leadership role where your people skills will help shape inclusive early childhood experiences for children and families.

At Uniting, we’re proud to be the largest provider of the Kindergarten Inclusion Support (KIS) program in Victoria. Our work ensures that children with disabilities, developmental delays or complex medical needs can fully participate in kindergarten and thrive.

As Program Manager, you’ll guide a passionate and dedicated team – Engagement Officers, Additional Assistants, and KIS Operations staff who bring this vision to life. You’ll lead with empathy, insight and a commitment to quality, helping us build stronger, more inclusive communities.

You will be responsible for Melbourne’s Western region – Brimbank and Melton local government areas. You will be based at our Broadmeadows office, with hybrid work options available.

Benefits of working at Uniting

Our work isn’t easy, but it matters. Work with people who care as much as you.

Alongside a competitive hourly rate of $67.31 + super, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits that support you:

• An extra 17.5% on top of your fortnightly pay when you take paid annual leave
• Up to $15,900 in salary packaging benefits that can be used for living expenses such as groceries, bills, clothing and streaming services.
• Increase your annual leave entitlements through our purchase leave program.
• Up to 10 weeks of paid parental leave for primary caregivers (4 for secondary).
• Access training and development opportunities to help you grow.
• Opt in or out of public holidays and be respected for your unique background.

Your skills and experience

You’re a proven people leader with a strong track record of building high-performing, value-aligned teams. You know how to inspire others and bring out their best.

You will also bring with you:

• Experience leading services or programs in a complex environment.
• Strong knowledge of service delivery in early childhood or community settings.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
• A collaborative, reflective leadership style focused on quality and inclusion.
• An understanding of the Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations.
• Sound financial literacy and experience monitoring program outcomes.

View the position description here.

How to apply

If you’re ready to lead with purpose and help every child feel welcomed and supported, we’d love to hear from you. Click APPLY today – we’ll be reviewing applications as they come in and may close the role early.

For any questions, reach out to Peggy Tan via [email protected] for a chat. Applications must be submitted online.

About Uniting

At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. We have a 5,000 strong workforce of employees and volunteers who deliver a diverse range of services across Victoria and Tasmania.

Visit us: www.vt.uniting.org

Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.

Through the recruitment process, we will ask you for personal information. Disclosure is optional, however, it can help us support you better. We invite you to tell us if you identify as Aboriginal, a person with disability, from a diverse background or LGBTQIA+. You will be given an opportunity in the application form to request additional support. We welcome the opportunity to discuss how we can support you.