Manager, Children and Family Services

2 weeks ago

Fairfield, Australia Fairfield City Council Full time

Are you a strategic, creative and adaptive people leader looking for an opportunity to lead a dynamic and passionate team and drive the strategy and operations for Council's Children and Family Services?

Fairfield City Council seeks a creative and dynamic leader to provide strategic leadership and the day-to-day operational management of our Children and Family Services Division.

  • Permanent position, 35 hours per week
  • Salary range between $147,790 p.a. to $173,118 p.a. depending on experience + 11% Super
  • Wellness perks including free counselling, discounted gym membership and flexible working arrangements
  • Leaseback vehicle
  • Professional learning and development opportunities

The Fairfield City Children and Family Services division consists of

  • 14 Centre Based Education and Care Services (5 Long Day Care Centres, 4 Multi-purpose Centres and 4 Preschools and 1 Mobile preschool);
  • 1 Family Day Care Scheme (max 60 Educators);
  • Fairstart Early Intervention Services (NDIS Services – Speech and Occupational Therapy etc.);
  • Supported Playgroups; and
  • Business Development and Support

The successful candidate will provide leadership and strategic direction for all of Councils Children and Family Services.

Applications must address the Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications and Experience outlined in the Position Description.

Relevant graduate degree qualifications and extensive senior management experience in the education and care sector are essential for this position.

The successful applicant will demonstrate the qualities of being a highly motivated visionary leader with strong interpersonal skills who is able to align themselves to the community's vision and the Council's mission and values.

FURTHER CONTACTS: Enquiries regarding the position should be directed to Amanda Bray on or a position description is available by contacting James Finn on

CLOSING DATE: Thursday 20 June 2024

HOW TO APPLY: Applications must address the Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications and Experience required in the Position Description. A Position Description is available from the contact person listed above, or from Council's Website.

To apply online visit Council's website Applications should be addressed to the undersigned and received by the closing date.

Applicants must be prepared to undergo a medical examination at Council's expense. Fairfield City Council is a smoke-free workplace and is an EEO employer.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.

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