Team Leader - Education & Care - Illawarra
Job No:
CCWCYS532
Location:
Illawarra
About us:
At CatholicCare Wollongong, we are a leading provider of quality childcare services, offering enriching before and after school care programs to children aged 5-12 years. Our mission is to create a safe, engaging, and supportive environment that fosters children's growth and development outside school hours. With a strong commitment to inclusivity and excellence, we support both children and families by providing a variety of programs that inspire learning and promote positive social interactions.
Role Overview:
As the Team Leader of ECEC Services in the Illawarra Region, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations and management of the OSHC & ELC programs, ensuring compliance with National Quality Framework (NQF) and regulatory requirements. You will lead a team of dedicated educators to deliver high-quality care and educational programs that align with the needs and interests of the children and the expectations of their families.
This is a permanent full-time position based in the Illawarra area, working 38 hours per week.
Key Responsibilities:
- Program Management: Oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of OSHC/ELC programs, ensuring they are creative, stimulating, and educational.
- Team Leadership: Recruit, train, and manage a team of educators, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Compliance & Quality Assurance: Ensure all programs meet NQF standards, adhere to relevant state regulations, and uphold the organisation’s policies and procedures.
- Child Safety & Wellbeing: Maintain a safe and supportive environment for children, prioritising their wellbeing and safety at all times.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with families, school communities, and relevant stakeholders to ensure the program is responsive to community needs.
- Financial Management: Manage the services budget, oversee enrolments, and maintain accurate records in line with financial policies.
- Continuous Improvement: Regularly review and update practices to enhance service quality and performance.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary package, including potential performance bonuses.
- Ongoing professional development and career advancement opportunities.
- Supportive and inclusive work culture.
- Paid leave entitlements, including annual and personal leave.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff wellbeing.
- Competitive salaries and hourly rates
- Salary packaging options
- Additional paid personal leave every year
- Discounted gym memberships through Fitness Passport
- Peace of mind driving to and from work with Employee Journey Insurance
- Healthy work/life balance through hybrid working models, flex time and flexible working arrangements*
Key Selection Criteria:
- Qualifications:
- Diploma or higher qualification in Children’s Services, Education, or equivalent.
- Current Working with Children Check (WWCC) and First Aid, Anaphylaxis & Asthma Management Certificates.
- Experience:
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar leadership role within OSHC or early childhood services.
- Proven experience managing teams and developing educational programs.
- Knowledge & Skills:
- Strong understanding of the NQF, My Time, Our Place Framework, and state-based regulations.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
- Financial management experience is highly desirable.
Click here for the Position Description.
Click here for the Candidate Pack.
For further information please contact Monique Bagnall on M:0428684925.
Close Date: 14 October 2024. As part of our recruitment process, we will be reviewing applications as they are received. As a result, this position may close prior to the closing date. If you are interested in working with us, we recommend sending your application across as soon as possible. Best of Luck!
CatholicCare Wollongong is committed to equal opportunity in employment and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with a disability and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. All employees are subject to probity and pre-employment checks. CatholicCare Wollongong is a smoke free zone.