Coordinator Education and Care

**An exciting opportunity to join a passionate team in a period of change**

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**:
Council's Education and Care team are looking for a passionate, motivated and skilled leader to join our team in this exciting role. The Coordinator Education and Care is responsible for the providing leadership and support to seven of Council's education and care services, ensuring high quality, child-focused programs are provided to the community.

The successful applicant will require:

- Degree in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent
- Provisional or Proficient Teacher Accreditation with NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA), with evidence of maintaining such accreditation as per NESA requirements (if applicable)
- Proven skills and demonstrated ability to lead a variety of professional teams in the early education and care sector
- Valid Working with Children Check clearance
- Child Protection course approved by the NSW Regulatory Authority (s162A Education and Care Services National Law)
- Current class C drivers licence
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication (written and oral) skills and the ability to communicate with a range of stakeholders
- Demonstrable skills and experience in fiscal management
- Ability to manage multiple complex priorities including effective time management and organisational skills
- A solid understanding of relevant trends and legislation relevant to the education and care sector
- Ability to provide support, assistance, timely and systematic advice on all aspects of operational requirements and policy direction.

Download the position description here for more information.

**Position information**: This is a permanent, full-time position, working a 70 hour fortnight, with access to Council's 9 day fortnight Rostered Day Off (RDO) arrangement.

This role is predominantly located at Council's Merrylands office, with frequent travel required across Council worksites, and may be required to work across any of Council’s work locations.

**Salary information**: The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award.
- Grade 13 of the Cumberland Salary Structure with a salary range of $1,886.23 to $2,169.16 per week, 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
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**WHAT WE CAN OFFER**:

- We promote work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements including working from home opportunities
- 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 Program (EAP).

**ABOUT US**:
Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment checks required for the position. This may include criminal record checks, qualification and licence checks, and proof of the right to work in Australia (please refer to the position description for the specific qualifications and requirements for this role). Copies of sighted documents will be kept by Council for its records as proof of verification.

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