OverviewJoin to apply for the Director Child Care role at Blacktown City Council.About Blacktown CityBlacktown City is a growing and thriving city, located halfway between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains.
With 450,000 residents, we are the largest and most diverse city in NSW, spread across 54 suburbs.
Blacktown City is vibrant, dynamic and multicultural, home to a large First Nations community and people from more than 180 different birthplaces and languages.With $24.8 billion regional economy, Blacktown City is also home to 35,000 businesses.
Working at Blacktown City Council provides widespread, exciting professional opportunities.
Our Council is leading the transformation of Blacktown City and Western Sydney.
We are implementing a vision for a modern city, full of opportunity for our residents and businesses.Our Council is led by highly skilled and experienced professionals, working with talented and passionate teams across a diverse range of business units.
We are delivering high quality, customer-focused services, experiences, and facilities, and leading a program of strategic planning, activity and investment.Blacktown City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people.
We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.About Kids\' Early LearningHere at Council, we own and operate a childcare business, Kids' Early Learning, with a portfolio of 31 childcare centres and over 29 family daycare educators.Kids' Early Learning has approximately 300 full-time, part-time and casual staff, and operates throughout the Blacktown local government area, serving over **** families and providing care and learning needs for their children.All Kids' Early Learning services are meeting or exceeding the National Quality Framework.If you would like to know more about Kids' Early Learning, please visit our website.About The OpportunityWe are seeking an eager Child Care Director to join our Kids\' Early Learning Marayong services on a permanent, full-time basis.
This is an amazing opportunity to play your role in shaping young minds and be a part of an incredible and passionate team.
In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management and organisation of the Council's Child Care Centre including the provision of a high-quality program of care and education for the children.You will also look after the supervision and development of the centre educators and workers for maintaining the effective function of the service.EssentialQualifications and experienceRecognised University Degree or Diploma in Early Childhood Education (3 or 4 Year Qualification)Completion of Child Protection Course - Identify and Respond to Children and Young People at Risk of HarmMeet all requirements for Authorised/Nominated Supervisor as listed in the Education and Care Services National Law and Education and Care Services National Regulations ****First Aid CertificateAnaphylaxis and Asthma Management Training, which meets requirements of the ECS National Regulations ****Minimum experience of two years (2) in a child care field as Authorised/Nominated SupervisorWorking With Children Check NumberClearance of National Police Check.DesirableCurrent class C driver's licenceKnowledge of applicable legislation/regulations.Remuneration And BenefitsThe salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Blacktown City Council's Enterprise Agreement.Entry level for this position starts at $1,****** per week35-hour working weekRostered Day Off (RDO) every fortnightEmployee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 12% employer contribution payable to your nominated superannuation fund, Fitness Passport, gym membership discounts, and social clubs.This position has been identified as child related work, in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Regulation ****.
Therefore, your application must include a Working with Children Check (WWCC) number.
For further information, go to commitment to safetyBlacktown City Council is committed to safety.
We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing.We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children.Position DescriptionPosition Description: view or download the position description.How to ApplyApply now using our fast and easy-to-use online application process:Have your resume and any other relevant documentation ready to attach.Have a personal email address ready to use and complete your application without logging out of the system.Review the questions and decide on your responses before commencing your application.Closing date: Friday 12 September ****, ***** pmContact officer: Serena Quigley on *********Internal ref: BCC950Job detailsSeniority level: DirectorEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: Health Care ProviderIndustries: Government Administration
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