Team Leader

Cumberland City Council is located within the fast-growing Central City District and is on the doorstep of two of Greater Sydney’s new cities, between the Greater Parramatta and Olympic Park (GPOP) area and the new Western Parkland City. The Central City District is benefiting from unprecedented city-scale infrastructure investments, making this an exciting time to join Cumberland.

Located 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country, with a population of 240,000 residents, Cumberland is the fourth most populous LGA in Greater Sydney. Cumberland boasts one of the most diverse communities in Australia, with people from many different backgrounds and cultures living alongside one another.

Our people are focused on driving community outcomes, programs and services to innovate, inspire and deliver change for the community we represent.

Cumberland City Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the care and protection of all children and young people. Council has worked hard to fulfil its community’s vision for Cumberland as a place where anyone can feel **_welcome_**, **_belong_**_ _and **_succeed_**.

**ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY**:
Cumberland City Council operates 13 Education and Care centres across the Local Government Area, educating and caring for children from birth to thirteen (0-13) years of age.

We have an exciting opportunity within our Education and Care Team for a passionate person to join us in the Team Leader - OOSH role.

Reporting to the Centre Director OOSH, you will lead the planning and implementation of an innovative and educational program for children, providing a warm and caring environment that enriches and enhances the children's lives and compliments their families' beliefs. You will be passionate about empowering today's children to become tomorrow's future and step in as the Responsible Person of the centre in the Centre Director's absence.

We are looking for someone who is committed to educating and nurturing children from all communities, teaching children to be respectful, resilient and confident by providing an environment that is accepting, safe and inspiring.

The successful applicant will require:

- Relevant qualifications in an education and care related discipline (or working towards with completion within 12 months) or equivalent experience in a similar role
- Valid Working with Children Check Clearance Number
- Child Protection course approved by the NSW Regulatory Authority (s162A Education and Care Services National Law) (or willing to obtain)
- Current First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis Certificate as approved by ACECQA (or willing to obtain)
- Completion of Food Handler/Safety Training (or willing to obtain)
- Class C drivers licence
- Proven comprehensive knowledge, skills and experience in the following areas:

- Education and care
- Delivery of a high quality curriculum
- Leading change in education
- High level leadership skills
- Willingness to learn and be part of a team
- Communication skills in written and oral format
- Computer operating systems
- Effective time management and organisational skills
- A solid understanding of relevant legislation and National Quality Framework (NQF).

Download the position description here for more information.

**Position information**: This is a permanent, full-time position, working a 70 hour fortnight, with rostered hours of work between 6:00am to 6:00pm, and will include split shifts. This position will be located at Guildford West and may be required to work across any of Council’s work locations and Childcare Centres.

**Salary information**: The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award.
- Grade 8 of the Cumberland Salary Structure with a salary range of $1,235.73 to $1,421.09 per week (calculated pro-rata), plus 10.5% superannuation
- The commencing salary will be negotiated, taking into consideration the successful applicant's qualifications, skills and experience related to the role

**WHAT WE CAN OFFER**:

- We promote work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements including an additional three (3) days' leave for front-facing roles that are unable to access working from home arrangements
- Training and professional development opportunities available to develop skills and grow your career
- Leave entitlements including annual leave,** **15 days personal leave per year, parental leave and access to Long Service Leave after five (5) years (where applicable)
- Three (3) additional grant days of paid leave over Christmas (where applicable)
- Health and Wellbeing Programs to support our staff by providing access to online professional learning, paid leave to undertake annual skin checks, COVID-19 vaccinations and to donate blood
- Subsidies to assist with the cost of wellness and fitness activities
- Free access to Council owned swimming pools
- Access to Council's Fitness Passport Program and Employee Assistance P