Child Care Senior Officer - Minjilang, NT
Located on the Beautiful Croker Island (1 hour flight from Darwin)
Are you ready to take the next step in your career and lead a service in community?
West Arnhem Regional Council is seeking an aspiring leader to join our Creche team in the Minjilang community on stunning Croker Island!
What We're Looking For:
A passionate Educator who enjoys planning and leading teams. We encourage those who are ready to take the next step in their leadership journey to apply!
Someone who holds, or is currently studying towards, a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care. Equivalent qualifications may be considered.
Experience in the day-to-day operations of a crèche or a similar child care service, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
A natural team leader who can motivate, develop, and mentor staff.
An individual with deep respect for Indigenous culture.
A skilled communicator who loves solving complex challenges.
Your Dream Role Includes:
As the Child Care Senior Officer, you will lead and support the Childcare team to deliver safe, high-quality childcare services for the West Arnhem Regional Council's Minjilang community. You will manage the day-to-day operations and ensure compliance with Council and regulatory standards.
Developing and leading a culturally responsive early childhood program.
Managing all day-to-day operations of the crèche.
Working collaboratively with and supporting your team.
Building strong community partnerships.
Upholding compliance and quality in line with the Minister's regulations, National Quality Standards, and the Early Years Learning and Development Framework.
Creating meaningful impact for your team, children, and the community.
Must-Haves:
* Holding, or currently studying towards, a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care. Equivalent qualifications may be considered.
* First Aid, CPR, & Food Safety Certificates
* Ochre Card (or ability to obtain)
* Current NT Driver's Licence
* Passion for remote community development
We Offer:
Permanent full-time position
Opportunity to make a real difference in a close-knit community
Base $73,886 - $82,664
Superannuation
6 weeks of annual leave
17.5% leave loading
Subsidised furnished accommodation
Relocation assistance
Remote locality allowance
Free uniforms
Study support
Employee assistance program
How to Apply:
Apply through Seek or visit our website by searching "West Arnhem Regional Council."
A full copy of the position description can be found on our website.
You must have full working rights to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. Special measures will apply.
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