Early Childhood Education - Service Leader

Salary: $78,424.32 per annum
Closing: Friday 17 October 2025
Full time - Permanent

We are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced person to fill the position of Early Childhood Educator Service Leader at Frank R Pullar Children’s Centre. This position would suit a person with experience in staff leadership, business management, family engagement and children’s educational programming. Minimum requirement is Diploma Children’s Services, 5 years in charge of children’s service or large team and extensive experience and knowledge in the National Quality Framework and Child Safe standards.

The successful applicant will be able to:

Research current trends and practices to enhance services ongoing commitment to quality improvement,

Mentor and support new staff at all levels of children’s services qualification at the service, encourage, support and develop the professional capacity of the team

Ensure the provision and maintenance of high quality, flexible, culturally relevant and inclusive early childhood services which meet the needs of a diverse user group

Provide professional advice and assistance to the public and other stakeholders to ensure easy access to all relevant services

Communicate effectively with clients and colleagues and able to positively resolve conflict and have effective customer service skills and experience

Greater Shepparton City Council offers a dynamic and supportive workplace that values employee satisfaction, professional growth and community impact. We offer:

Flexible working arrangements (i.e. 9 day fortnight)

Ongoing professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Generous leave entitlements

Access to wellness initiatives including annual flu vaccinations and Work Heathly Australia soft tissue appointments

Discounted Aquamoves (pool & gym) membership

Comprehensive induction program

Service and recognition awards

Regular networking opportunities

Support and mentorship with our leadership team.

Applicants must hold the following current qualifications and certificates:

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (or equivalent recognised by ACECQA)

Current HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting

Current CPR – HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation

Criminal History Check (valid within six months).

Current and valid Employee Working with Children Check (WWCC).

Protecting Children – Mandatory reporting and other obligations early childhood

For further information about this position, please contact Julie Goodwin, Coordinator Childrens Services on (03) 5832 9815.