Pedagogical Quality

**INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS**

Greater Shepparton City Council, situated in the heart of the Goulburn Valley, is the fourth largest provincial centre in Victoria and has a well-developed economy due to its strong agricultural and irrigation base, with major industries related to food processing, manufacturing and transport. The Goulburn Valley is often referred to as 'The Food Bowl of Australia' as around 25% of the total value of Victoria's agricultural production is generated in this area.

Greater Shepparton has a population of approximately 65,000, and an expenditure budget in excess of $118 million. The population is culturally diverse with 9.9% of residents being born overseas. The area has excellent education, recreation, cultural, social and health facilities and tourism is a developing focus for the region.

**Pedagogical Quality and Compliance Coordinator - Children's Services**

**Salary**:$91,307.84 per annum pro rata
**Closing**:Friday 18 July 2025
**Part Time**(24hrs p/w)**:

- Permanent**

Greater Shepparton City Council is searching for a passionate and strategic leader to champion excellence in practice, safety, and compliance across our Children’s services. This is your chance to step into a pivotal role that goes beyond policies—one that inspires educators, safeguards children, and elevates service quality every day.

What You'll Do:

- Lead the way in embedding a child-safe culture, ensuring every policy, process, and action prioritises the safety and wellbeing of children.
- Be the guiding light for our educators—mentoring Educational Leaders and supporting best practice aligned with the VEYLDF and current regulatory standards.
- Drive compliance initiatives with autonomy, confidence, and clarity, making informed decisions that meet and exceed legislative requirements.
- Transform policies into practice by providing training, coaching, and guidance, creating a culture of accountability and excellence.
- Collaborate with the Children’s Services management team to continually improve quality frameworks across all services.

What You Bring:

- A deep understanding of early childhood education standards, compliance frameworks, and the VEYLDF.
- A commitment to child safety and the ability to lead others in creating safer learning environments.
- Strong mentoring and leadership skills with the ability to influence, inspire, and uplift.
- Sharp problem-solving instincts and the confidence to make autonomous decisions that align with best practice.

Applicants must hold the following current qualifications and certificates:

- Minimum 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) / Current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration
- Protecting Children - Mandatory reporting and other obligations early childhood

Position is for 24 hrs per week - hours and days can be negotiated.

Join us in shaping the future of early childhood education—where your expertise in safety quality and compliance is valued, your impact is meaningful, and you'll thrive as part of a supportive and passionate team.

For further information about this position, please contact Jessica Bartram, Team Leader - Children's Services, on (03) 5832 5215.

First Nations people are encouraged to apply. Council is committed to Child Safety and Wellbeing and adheres to Child Safe Standards and obligations under the Reportable Conduct Scheme of the Child Wellbeing and Safety Act 2005.