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 safety and wellbeing 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 proudly operates 13 Education and Care services across the community where our staff educate and care for children from birth to 13 years of age.

Across our long day care, out of school hours care and family day care services, our staff are passionate about empowering today’s children to become tomorrow’s future by teaching children to be respectful, resilient and confident in an environment that is accepting, safe and inspiring.

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**: There are 2 x permanent, part-time positions available working 6 hours per day, rostered to work Monday to Friday between 6:00am to 6:00pm, and will include split shifts.

Please see below for information on each position:
**Sherwood Grange OOSH - **1x permanent part-time position working 6 hours per day, 60 hours per fortnight and will include split shifts

**Parramatta West OOSH - **1x permanent part-time position working 6 hours per day, 60 hours per fortnight and will include split shifts.

**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 $36.89 - $42.43 per hour, plus 11% 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)